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What Does Humanware Mean?<\/span><\/h2>\n

\n\tHumanware is defined in IT as hardware or software that is
\nbuilt around user capabilities and user needs. This often involves creating a
\nparticular visual or physical interface for a given set of users. The design
\nand engineering of humanware starts with the user’s interests and needs first,
\nand designs the infrastructure accordingly.\n<\/p>\n

Techopedia Explains Humanware<\/span><\/h2>\n

The philosophy behind humanware is that instead of starting with
\nan implementation goal, the software or IT architecture design process starts
\nwith an understanding of what users will need. For example, in a traditional
\ndesktop system, humanware might involve changing the visual interface to make
\nit more accessible to those with low computer literacy. Another excellent and
\nvery common example is the designing of hardware systems for persons with
\ndisabilities. Here, the design work starts with the basics of what disabled
\nindividuals need from a system \u2013 whether it be elevated height of
\noperation, features for the visually impaired, alternatives to conventional
\nmouse and keyboard input, or other changes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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