The Computer Understanding and Experience Scale: a self-report measure of computer experience

After reviewing past approaches towards measuring computer experience, the development and pilot test (N=279) of the Computer Understanding and Experience (CUE) Scale is described. Results suggest that the CUE Scale provides an internally consistent, self-report measure which may be subdivided into two related subscales. Support for the construct validity of the CUE Scale is also provided.

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