Abstract
Cybersecurity-related concepts can be difficult to explain or summarise. The complexity associated with these concepts is compounded by the impact of rapid technological changes and the contextual nature of the meaning ascribed to the various themes. Since visual imagery is often employed in articulation and explanation, we conducted a study in which we asked participants to sketch their understanding of cybersecurity concepts. Based on an analysis of these sketches and subsequent discussions with participants, we make the case for the use of sketching and visuals as a tool for cybersecurity research. Our collection of sketches and icons can further serve as the seed for a visual vocabulary for cybersecurity-related interfaces and communication.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of the 13th conference on creativity and cognition |
Subtitle of host publication | C&C '21 |
Editors | Corina Sas, Neil Maiden |
Place of Publication | New York, NY |
Publisher | ACM |
Chapter | 46 |
Number of pages | 10 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781450383769 |
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Publication status | Published - 22 Jun 2021 |
Event | Creativity and Cognition 2021: virtual event Italy - Duration: 22 Jun 2021 → 23 Jun 2021 https://cc.acm.org/2021/ |
Conference
Conference | Creativity and Cognition 2021 |
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Abbreviated title | C&C 2021 |
Period | 22/06/21 → 23/06/21 |
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Keywords
- Cybersecurity
- Icons
- Imagery
- Privacy
- Risk
- Sketching
- Trust
- Visualisation