Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT)
Abstract
Appropriate technology refers to technology appropriate for use in less developed parts of the world, especially
the Third World; this paper raises some problems in adapting a definition of appropriate technology to computer
software. A partial solution, a strategy called experimental software engineering, is introduced. The
potential of this solution is demonstrated by a case study, in which software for medical education is developed.
The result is a clearer understanding of both appropriate technology and design of software for usability.School of Computin
