A computer session that provides immediate feedback to input. Two-way communications between two devices.
Referring to programs or applications that respond directly to the user, taking instructions and giving feedback.
The property of a system that allows two-way communications on a timely if not real-time basis, as opposed to a system in which information flows only one way on a batch or scheduled basis.
Coined in the 1830s-and devalued in the 1990s-the trendy usage simply means two-way electronic communication. Interactive software, says Winter, should let the user's own interests define the starting point: "The manner in which real interactivity works is the way good conversation works."
a method of processing which refers to the interaction and instantaneous responsiveness that a person requires in order to solve a problem. An individual works "interactively" through a problem by submitting transactions and obtaining results that possibly require more transactions until the problem is answered. This can be applicable to both manual and automated information systems. (See Batch, Processing Method, and Transaction).
Allowing the application and the user to carry on a dialog.
Describing an application in which the user becomes involved in an inquiry-response process, and which typically is multimedia in nature.
A term describing the exchanging of information between users on a network or between users and the network host. The commonest such interaction is a telephone call.
Of or relating to a two-way electronic or communications system in which response is direct and continual. Interactive displays incorporate a touch screen, buttons or switches, or a keyboard to generate a signal that activates an information display. Also used to describe nontechnical activity,as when an exhibit user's action is rewarded with a reaction from the exhibit.
System mode of operation where the user can input information and initiate or modify program execution by means of an input device (terminal) and receive information from the system regarding progress, performance, errors, etc.
Media that dynamically responds to the user. Interactive media are connected via a system of links that respond to the user's application of a cursor controller.
Capable of carrying on a dialog through a keyboard with the user, rather than simply responding to commands. See also: conversational.
adj. Characterized by conversational exchange of input and output, as when a user enters a question or command and the system immediately responds. The interactivity of microcomputers is one of the features that makes them approachable and easy to use.
(IEEE) Pertaining to a system or mode of operation in which each user entry causes a response from or action by the system. Contrast with batch. See: conversational, on-line, real time.
Implying that the user of the software can exert some control over the software, and not just be a passive page-turner recipient. It also usually implies that part of the software design is aimed at adjusting to the needs of each individual user.
In software, a display that allows a user to make choices and cause actions.
(adj.) Describes a system that responds to user input -- i.e., that interacts with users.
providing output based on input from the user. This output feeds back into the user's decision process for subsequent interaction. Interactive websites, for instance, allow for more dynamic information browsing and applications such as shopping, banking, etc.
A student action triggers an event from which the student makes a new decision and facilitates a new action. For example, in a tutorial about paranoia, a psychology student is presented with a case study and then given a series of situations that he must respond to. His response to each situation determines the next situation. In this way the tutorial interacts with his decision-making.
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Pertaining to an information- or entertainment-distribution system in which the user is permitted to make choices or otherwise affect what is seen and heard.
Python has an interactive interpreter which means that you can try out things and directly see its result, just launch python with no arguments. A very powerful way to test out new ideas, inspect libraries (remember x.__doc__ and help(x)) and improve programming skills.
A new term from the world of multimedia that refers to the explicit interaction between a user and a software package. Interactivity is most often experienced by reading menus, making selections and pushing buttons with a mouse.
Two-way communications allowing a person to both send and receive information (compare with receive-only (one-way) systems such as broadcast television).
Programs or systems that alternately accept input and then respond, such as an interactive voice response system.
A multimedia title that allows the user to control progress through the book. Instead of the software showing page one, then two and so on, the user can move around and click on hypertext links and hotspots that move him around the book in a random order
Interactive projects include buttons and more than one scene. An example of an interactive project would be a presentation where the user could select from various options on a main menu. Interactive projects require that you make a Player (.plr) file out of your project before sharing it with others.
A Web page is interactive when it response to the user's action, or in some way can interact with the user dynamically.
A program, game, or presentation where the user is able to interact and participate in what is going on.
DC Maps allows a high degree of user interaction by its use of software Interface components such as Sliders, Zoom facility, Popup Menus, drill downs, floating legends, check boxes, data trees, and buttons.
Hardware and software systems which can respond to input from users: minimally, by offering a limited range of options and choices; ultimately, by providing a variety of resources which allow users to act spontaneously and react constructively, to explore a body of knowledge and create a dialogue between the user and the system.
A mode of computer operation in which the user is constantly guiding the computer, usually through the keyboard and screen of a console. The term can also be applied to a training package or video presentation. In all cases the path taken through the material is dependent on the responses made by the user.
An interactive Web site is one in which an action of the user generates a response either from another human being at the other end of the connection or with a computer program.
Combined computer and video programme which invites the viewer to select from a menu of options from a programme, and then plays the selected option. Ideal training medium.
1. adj. Pertaining to a program or system that alternately accepts input and then responds. An interactive system is conversational, that is, a continuous dialog exists between user and system. 2. adj. Pertaining to the exchange of information between a user and a computer.
A term describing a program whose input and output are interleaved, like a conversation, allowing the user's input to depend on earlier output from the same run (and vice versa).
A mode of operation in which there is a continual exchange of information between the computer and the user at a video screen.
A Web page is interactive when it prompts a response from the user. Immediacy is the key to interactivity: If you click on a button that says "chat," then that experience would be considered "more interactive" if you are immediately able to chat with someone online.
Also referred to as online or real-time processing, occurs when the user is directly connected to the host and receives immediate response to requests or inquiries.
a computing environment where the user is prompted to supply data for the program from the keyboard, rather than submitting the program and data to the computer at the same time as in a batch environment
Of, relating to, or being a two-way electronic communication system (as a telephone, cable television, or a computer) that involves a user's orders (as for information or merchandise) or responses (as to a poll) (Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary)
Involving dialog between user and computer. An interactive application prompts the user for input and performs actions based on the user's reply.
Employing the active participation of the user in determining the flow of the multimedia program.
description of a computer or network system that responds in some way to information provided to it by a user. Thus an interactive program is one which can accept information and modify its behaviour while it is being run, for example a computer game. Similarly an interactive website is one where it is possible to enter information, such as credit card details in order to make a purchase, or where it is possible to select from a menu of options.
Python has an interactive interpreter which means that you can try outthings and directly see its result. Just launch python with noarguments (possibly by selecting it from your computer's main menu).It is a very powerful way to test out new ideas or inspect modules andpackages (remember help(x)).
Mutually or reciprocally active. For example: any two-way electronic communication system, e.g. telephone, cell phone, computer, etc that enables both question and answer. [D02877] RMW
A term used to describe a computer program that immediately reacts to commands from the user.
Pertaining to an activity that involves requests and replies, such as between a system user and a program or between two programs.
Cable or digital television system having channels for electronic responses by the user or subscriber.
The quality of responding to input. There are two kinds of interactivity: client-side (i.e. graphics) and server-side (i.e. applications). The results of dynamic development.
Python has an interactive interpreter which means that you can try out things and immediately see their results. Just launch python with no arguments (possibly by selecting it from your computer's main menu). It is a very powerful way to test out new ideas or inspect modules and packages (remember help(x)).
a computer program in which you enter commands directly and watch the results as they happen. Most programs today work interactively. Interactive processing is the opposite of batch processing.
This describes the two-way dialogue between computer programs and you. In other words, when you do something on your computer, the computer responds and then returns control back to you. Interactive computer games are games in which you can affect the outcome or final result.
A program or computer that responds immediately whenever the user presses a key or does something else that the computer should respond to.
A term for computer programs that accept input from the user while they are running; for example, a lesson that waits for the user to take an action, then responds to that action. The interaction between computer and user may take place through typed commands, voice commands, mouse clicks, or other means of interaction.
A two-way communications system that allows users to connect and be in touch with other users or machines/computers and get responses (e.g. completing a survey, filling in a form).
A Web page is interactive when it prompts a response from the user or in some way can interact with the user dynamically (examples: filling out a form).
Interactive processing allows you to enter commands and data at the terminal and receive an immediate response from the system. This is called a session. Sessions are useful for data entry and retrieval, text editing, and program development where direct dialog with the computer is preferred. The opposite of batch.
A Webpage is interactive when it prompts a response from the user or when the user can in some way interact with it dynamically (i.e., by filling out a form, posting a comment, etc.).
Back-and-forth dialog between the user and a computer.
A computer program that presents choices from which the user selects one to tell the program what to do next.
Interactivity describes the behavior of an application program which a user can act on the output of the application to immediately add to, change, or remove that output.
An electronic document that is designed to allow the audience to interact with it. Often referred to as “multimedia,” these documents usually take the form of a Web site or computer program.
A program or system that allows a user to respond to questions from a computer - and the other way round - and immediately acts on the answers.
program or presentation where the user has some control over what is happening (ability to communicate with the screen or software).
A back-and-forth dialogue between a computer program and its human user. Software usually is designed to adjust the computer feedback based on the accumulated input or actions of the user.
A user-controlled program, document, or game. Interactive programs commonly display on-screen prompts asking the user for input so they can decide how to carry out a particular task. These programs are popular in education, allowing children to follow their natural curiosity to solve problems and gather information.
Any type of media that allows the user to influence and react to it.
A two- way system that enables both the sending and receiving of information.
the ability of software to help you react and make choices as you use a software program
A software program in which the user has some control over how he or she interacts with the program.
when a computer program responds to the user’s actions.
permitting two-way data transmission or communication
refers to a system allowing two-way electronic communication between the user and the computer.
Pertaining to online and immediate communication between the user and the computer.
A process where a request is processed immediately and a response is received.
A characteristic of those applications where a user communicates with a computer program via a terminal, entering data and receiving responses from the computer.
A term that describes the mode of transaction with a particular information service. An interactive service allows for both input and output. It is sometimes referred to as two-way, as opposed to a one-way, service.
An application on a computer in which command elicit immediate responses. If the application requires a continuous dialog between the user and the computer, then it is also conversational.