brukere

"Brukere" is the Norwegian plural form of "bruker," meaning individuals who use a product, system, or service. In technology and service design, brukere are the primary focus of user-centered approaches. The term is used across sectors, including information technology, consumer electronics, public administration, and online services.

Etymology: from the verb bruke ("to use"), with the agent suffix -er. In Norwegian, brukere are commonly referred to as end users or customers, depending on context.

In practice, design and research differentiate among brukere by roles, expertise, and needs. End users are ordinary operators of a device or software; power users or administrators may interact more deeply with features. Accessibility and usability are central concerns, aiming to ensure that brukere with varying abilities can access and operate a system effectively. This includes legibility, navigability, and compatibility with assistive technologies.

Privacy and security considerations affect brukere as data subjects; organizations must obtain consent, minimize data collection, and protect sensitive information in compliance with GDPR/EU directives (and national implementations).

See also: brukergrensesnitt, brukeropplevelse, informasjonsarkitektur, personvern, sikkerhet.