User-centered design (UCD) – 6 methods

User-centered design (UCD) is a project approach that puts the intended users of a site at the centre of its design and development. It does this by talking directly to the user at key points in the project to make sure the site will deliver upon their requirements. The stages are carried out in an [...]

Remote usability testing

The diffusion of screen sharing software and remote control applications is slowly changing how usability evaluations are conducting because usability experts can now interact with users geographically distant and with different cultural backgrounds. Moreover Internet and fast broadband connection strengthen the ability to deploy high quality videos and makes user observation more accurate for usability [...]

Website Accessibility Testing – Beyond Automation

Automated website accessibility testing can be a very useful process. It often reveals many issues which would take a human tester many times longer to uncover. Its a bit like using a spell / grammar checker on a long article. But, just as a human editor is essential in any serious writing, hands on testing [...]

Recently, the Disability Rights Commission research on web accessibility found that awareness of the issue is high, but good practice is terribly low. Perhaps this indicates that commissioners want their sites to be accessible, but don’t know how to go about it. To meet this need for guidance, the Disability Rights Commission has commissioned the [...]

Remote Usability Testing

The diffusion of screen sharing software and remote control applications is slowly changing how usability evaluations are conducting because usability experts can now interact with users geographically distant and with different cultural backgrounds. Moreover Internet and fast broadband connection strengthen the ability to deploy high quality videos and makes user observation more accurate for usability [...]

Usability testing with children

Usability testing with children is similar in many respects to usability testing with adults. In order to get the most out of the sessions, and ensure the child is comfortable and happy, there are a few differences that you need to be aware of. Stress of new people and surroundings Children are far more likely [...]

Web Hosting Trends for 2006

iSeaNetworks is on a mission to help businesses host their websites. Seattle Company makes every effort in providing outstanding support and affordable services. *Online traffic and sales will reach record numbers in 2006 and continue to grow through 2008. There is definitely room for additional websites and products on the internet in 2006. If you [...]