Tip #2777 - User Interface
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User
Interface
We tend to use this
term quite a bit in our tips, but do you really understand what all is
behind it? First of all, you should know that every time you use a new
software program or any new application on your computer, you are experiencing
the user interface. Basically, an interface allows you, the user, to interact
with any program, any device or any other tools that you might use on
your computer.
The interface includes
everything you need to run a program. All of the little controls that
come with the program (menus, links, buttons, files, sounds, etc.) are
shown on the interface. The interface is also mainly the first screen
you see when you install a new program or connect a new piece of hardware.
It's your navigational beacon that helps you surf through the rest of
the program.
Most programs aim
to provide a simple and easy to use interface. If it's easy to follow,
it's going to be more effective for the user, which is always nice. There
are different types of interfaces (graphical, Web based, command-line,
tactile, etc.) and it just depends on the application you're working with
as to which one you will have from program to program. You should always
take some time to familiarize yourself with the interface of a new program
just so you're sure you'll know your way around without any major complications.
~ Erin
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