Intelligent Software Agents vs. User-Controlled Direct Manipulation: A Debate (Panel)

Jim Miller, Pattie Maes, Ben Shneiderman

Abstract: Critical issues in human-computer interaction - in particular, the advantages and disadvantages of intelligent agents and direct manipulation - will be discussed, debated, and hotly contested. The intent of the participants is to strike an appropriate balance between a serious discussion of the issues and an entertaining debate.