User

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n.

Pronunciation

/ˈjuzər/

Acronym

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Definition

The person interacting with or otherwise operating a computer system, website, or software.

The term “user” typically refers to the ultimate end user of the computer system or software tool (including online shops, banking services, learning tools, social media sites, among countless other tools). However, users can also be found elsewhere in other computer environments like backend databases.

Category

Web Design

Related Terms

End User, Usability, User Experience, User Interface