Adult first-time user of handheld computer system : challenges
- Authors: Toko, Guy , Mnkandla, Ernest
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Handheld computer system , Adult , First-time user
- Language: English
- Type: Conference Proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/428926 , uj:36908 , Toko, G., Mnkandla, E.: Adult first-time user of handheld computer system : challenges.
- Description: Abstract: Handheld computing systems or devices can be defined as exceptionally portable, independent information management and communication devices. Furthermore, handheld computing systems or devices can be seen as a small or pocket-sized computing device with a touch screen keyboard and input and output interface. According to the definition of handheld computing systems, numerous devices fit the description such as smartphones, personal digital assistants (PDAs) and pagers. However, adult first- time users of computer systems face different issues in adopting the device and the literature reviewed shows that most of them have difficulties with the design, such as the touch screen. The negative views of technology devices by adult first-time users can be attributed to the difficulty in adapting to new technology. Weakness, incapacity, distrust of technology, absence of perceived value and trouble in understanding how to utilise the device are largely the main problems observed by adult first-time users of handheld computer systems. However, they could accept the use of the devices provided their needs are taken into consideration by the developers. The limitation of the research was that only adults in the age range of 55 to 91 in Gauteng in South Africa were chosen for this research.
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- Authors: Toko, Guy , Mnkandla, Ernest
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Handheld computer system , Adult , First-time user
- Language: English
- Type: Conference Proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/428926 , uj:36908 , Toko, G., Mnkandla, E.: Adult first-time user of handheld computer system : challenges.
- Description: Abstract: Handheld computing systems or devices can be defined as exceptionally portable, independent information management and communication devices. Furthermore, handheld computing systems or devices can be seen as a small or pocket-sized computing device with a touch screen keyboard and input and output interface. According to the definition of handheld computing systems, numerous devices fit the description such as smartphones, personal digital assistants (PDAs) and pagers. However, adult first- time users of computer systems face different issues in adopting the device and the literature reviewed shows that most of them have difficulties with the design, such as the touch screen. The negative views of technology devices by adult first-time users can be attributed to the difficulty in adapting to new technology. Weakness, incapacity, distrust of technology, absence of perceived value and trouble in understanding how to utilise the device are largely the main problems observed by adult first-time users of handheld computer systems. However, they could accept the use of the devices provided their needs are taken into consideration by the developers. The limitation of the research was that only adults in the age range of 55 to 91 in Gauteng in South Africa were chosen for this research.
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Computer usability : interactive challenges faced by less experienced computer users in South Africa
- Authors: Toko, Guy , Mnkandla, Ernest
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Usability , Computer Usability , Less Experienced Users
- Language: English
- Type: Conference Proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/431925 , uj:37289
- Description: Abstract: , The growing use of applications and access to the internet has increased the number of average computer users in South Africa, as people are using applications like WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and more. The goal of the study is to identify the challenges that most South African people face when they are interacting with computer applications, web applications, and mobile applications. The reason for conducting the study is that lately in South Africa we have seen an increase in South Africans who have access to computer systems, such as the use of smartphones, tablets or iPads, game consoles, and laptops. Most of the people who are using these devices or have access to them still face challenges as to how to use these devices or to use some of the applications that come with these devices. The paper will begin by introducing the topic. The paper will be followed by a literature review section, which will include four topics relating to the topic that helped the researcher to build a foundation for the research topic and to get ideas on how to do the research. The paper will then be followed by the research methodology, and the findings of, and discussions flowing from the study will then follow.
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Computer usability : interactive challenges faced by less experienced computer users in South Africa
- Authors: Toko, Guy , Mnkandla, Ernest
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Usability , Computer Usability , Less Experienced Users
- Language: English
- Type: Conference Proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/431925 , uj:37289
- Description: Abstract: , The growing use of applications and access to the internet has increased the number of average computer users in South Africa, as people are using applications like WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and more. The goal of the study is to identify the challenges that most South African people face when they are interacting with computer applications, web applications, and mobile applications. The reason for conducting the study is that lately in South Africa we have seen an increase in South Africans who have access to computer systems, such as the use of smartphones, tablets or iPads, game consoles, and laptops. Most of the people who are using these devices or have access to them still face challenges as to how to use these devices or to use some of the applications that come with these devices. The paper will begin by introducing the topic. The paper will be followed by a literature review section, which will include four topics relating to the topic that helped the researcher to build a foundation for the research topic and to get ideas on how to do the research. The paper will then be followed by the research methodology, and the findings of, and discussions flowing from the study will then follow.
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Improving information privacy and security : strengthening digital literacy in organisations
- Authors: Toko, Guy , Losaba, Kagisho
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Information , Privacy , Digital literacy
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/483600 , uj:43895 , Citation: Toko, G. & Losaba, K. 2021. Improving information privacy and security : strengthening digital literacy in organisations.
- Description: Abstract: In a world of instant information, information privacy and security are under constant attack. With that being the case, organisations are expected to comply with regulations of securing and ensuring that information assets are protected. Employees are also expected to operate within the set frameworks that have been adopted by the organisation, which brings about the question of digital literacy among the workforce in order to achieve the set goals. The security of information alludes to the manner in which information is stored, processed and transmitted in order to comply with the organisation’s information systems frameworks. The privacy of information can be described as the safeguarding of information related to a particular subject’s identity. In addition, the security of information is a significant instrument for ensuring information resources and business goals, while privacy is centred on the safety of a person's rights and privileges concerning similar information.
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- Authors: Toko, Guy , Losaba, Kagisho
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Information , Privacy , Digital literacy
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/483600 , uj:43895 , Citation: Toko, G. & Losaba, K. 2021. Improving information privacy and security : strengthening digital literacy in organisations.
- Description: Abstract: In a world of instant information, information privacy and security are under constant attack. With that being the case, organisations are expected to comply with regulations of securing and ensuring that information assets are protected. Employees are also expected to operate within the set frameworks that have been adopted by the organisation, which brings about the question of digital literacy among the workforce in order to achieve the set goals. The security of information alludes to the manner in which information is stored, processed and transmitted in order to comply with the organisation’s information systems frameworks. The privacy of information can be described as the safeguarding of information related to a particular subject’s identity. In addition, the security of information is a significant instrument for ensuring information resources and business goals, while privacy is centred on the safety of a person's rights and privileges concerning similar information.
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