In this multipart introduction to Usability we will provide the insider knowledge and resources that will build to give you a complete and practical overview of the usability profession

This month we provide a list of basic reading for you, with a selection from some of the best usability sites on the web

Usability is a science which employs a host of advanced methods of testing (often referred to as Human Computer Interaction), from psychological analysis of the relationship between humans and computers to experimental contrast design, all aimed at maximizing the benefits we receive from our various and multiple screen technologies.

Born in an era of military research, usability was the science used to hone machinery such as jet planes to the maximum benefit of the user. As the years progressed, usability was adopted by the telecommunications industry and in turn the computer world.

Today, with online transactions becoming an everyday occurrence, usability has found its place in the development of user friendly and effective interfaces.

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