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Advantages of GUI
Advantages of GUI are as follows:
It is simple to use, making it ideal for beginners.
It looks more attractive compared to a CUI.
It allows running multiple applications at the same time.
There is no need to remember commands to operate the interface.
It makes it easy to share information between programs using methods like cut and paste or
drag and drop feature.
It provides instant, visual feedback on what each action does.
Disadvantages of GUI
Disadvantages of GUI are as follows:
It require more system resources than CUI
It can sometimes be slower than command-line interfaces because they involve more clicks
and visual elements to perform tasks
It requires more hard disk space compared to a CUI.
It needs more memory (RAM) to function.
A COMPARISON BETWEEN CUI AND GUI
Feature Character User Interface (CUI) Graphical User Interface (GUI)
Command Input Executes tasks using text-based Executes tasks through graphical
commands. elements like icons, buttons, windows,
and menus.
Ease of Use Requires users to remember and Easier for users to navigate and execute
type exact commands. tasks through visual and intuitive
elements.
Input Method Primarily uses a keyboard for Uses a variety of input methods including
typing commands. a mouse, touch screen, stylus, or trackpad.
Feedback Provides textual output and Provides visual feedback with changes
error messages in response to in windows, dialogs, and notifications.
commands.
Resource Use Typically uses minimal system Generally uses more system resources
resources. due to graphical elements and visual
rendering.
Examples DOS, Windows Command Windows, macOS, Linux desktop
Prompt, Unix Shells (e.g., Bash), environments (e.g., Ubuntu), etc.
PowerShell, etc.
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