Michelle and Tom Have Been Assigned the Task of Creating

question 26

Essay

Michelle and Tom have been assigned the task of creating the menu system for a new software package. They have been given the following information about the system and the prospective users of the system. There are to be only two types of menus used. The users of the new system are very familiar with Windows applications, but are considered "novices." The primary menu items should be just one word that leads to other menus. The second-level can be multiple words that perform actions. Due to limited development time image maps and toolbars should be excluded from the selection process. What types of menus would you recommend Michelle and Tom? Define each and support your answer.

---

Definitions:

Internal Hard Drive

A data storage device located inside a computer that stores all types of digital information.

Cloud Storage

A model of computer data storage that stores digital data in logical pools across multiple servers and locations, accessible via the internet.

Scanner

A device that converts physical documents and images into digital formats for storage, manipulation, and sharing.

Electronic Copy

A digital form of a document or information that can be stored, viewed, and transmitted electronically.