Title :
Finding facts vs. browsing knowledge in hypertext systems
Author :
Marchionini, Gary ; Shneiderman, Ben
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Comput. Sci., Maryland Univ., College Park, MD, USA
Abstract :
The authors discuss the role of information retrieval, interface design, and cognitive science in hypertext research. They present a user-centered framework for information-seeking that has been used in evaluating two hypertext systems. They apply the framework to key design issues related to information retrieval in hypertext systems.<>
Keywords :
cognitive systems; electronic publishing; information retrieval; information retrieval systems; user interfaces; word processing; browsing knowledge; cognitive science; hypertext research; hypertext systems; information retrieval; information-seeking; interface design; Cognitive science; Hypertext systems; Information retrieval;