Enterprise Computing - Intro to Human-Centric Computing

Cie and Zak are studying the effects of disruptive technology on everyday computing. Which of the following is NOT a focus area in their investigation?

• Effects on the individual

• Innovations in infrastructure, hardware, and software

• Trends and technology buzzwords

• Historical development of computing

Answer explanation

The historical development of computing is NOT a focus area when investigating the effects of disruptive technology on everyday computing.

Ed and Zak are studying the design of social networks. What theory are they investigating?

• Quantum theory

• Graph and network theory

• Relativity theory

• String theory

Answer explanation

The theory investigated in the design of social networks is Graph and network theory.

Kye and Cie are discussing factors in the success of social networking. Which of the following is a factor?

• Web applications and dedicated apps for mobile devices

• Quantum computing

• Blockchain technology

• Virtual reality

Answer explanation

Web applications and dedicated apps for mobile devices are factors in the success of social networking as they provide easy access and connectivity for users.

Luke is researching the impacts of the development of hardware and software on the adoption of the Internet of Things (IoT) and the Internet of Me (IoMe). What is one of the impacts he discovers?

• Impact on the individual

• Development of new programming languages

• Increase in traditional media usage

• Reduction in internet speed

Answer explanation

The development of hardware and software has a significant impact on the individual, leading to the adoption of IoT and IoMe technologies.

Cie and Zak are working on a project to investigate the development of hardware and software's influence on IoT and IoMe. Which of the following is NOT included in their investigation?

• Hardware infrastructure

• Software protocols

• Data backup

• Traditional marketing strategies

Answer explanation

Traditional marketing strategies are not included in the investigation of the development of hardware and software's influence on IoT and IoMe.

Emilie and Zak are working on a start-up project. According to the document, what should they outline to contribute to the success of their start-up?

• Business and individual cultural characteristics

• Government policies

• Historical business models

• Traditional marketing strategies

Answer explanation

Business and individual cultural characteristics should be outlined to contribute to the success of start-ups according to the document.

Kye and Emilie are working on a project to improve user experience in their app. What is the primary goal of human-centric computing (HCC) they should focus on?

• To develop technology that is complex and difficult to use

• To develop technology that is simple, intuitive, and accessible to all users

• To create technology that is only accessible to experts

• To design technology that prioritizes the needs of developers

Answer explanation

To develop technology that is simple, intuitive, and accessible to all users

Emilie is using a mobile navigation app. Which of the following is an example of a positive user experience (UX) in human-centric computing?

• A mobile navigation app that is difficult to use

• A website that is not user-friendly

• A well-designed, intuitive, simple to use mobile navigation app

• A complex software that requires extensive training

Answer explanation

A well-designed, intuitive, simple to use mobile navigation app is an example of a positive user experience in human-centric computing.

Toby and Cie are working on a project to improve software usability. What does human-computer interaction (HCI) focus on?

• The interaction between computers and other machines

• The interaction between humans and computers to make computers more user-friendly

• The development of hardware components

• The creation of complex algorithms

Answer explanation

HCI focuses on the interaction between humans and computers to make computers more user-friendly.

Luke and Zak are discussing various technologies. Which of the following is NOT an example of human-centric computing?

• Stripe's mobile tap-to-pay system

• My Aged Care website

• A complex software that is difficult to use

• A user-friendly mobile app for small business owners

Answer explanation

A complex software that is difficult to use is NOT an example of human-centric computing as it does not prioritize user-friendly design and usability.