One way mirrored glass, software to record computer key strokes and eye tracking technology might sound dark and mysterious but it’s all part of a new laboratory set to improve computing research at Charles Sturt University (CSU). An upgrade to the so-called Digital Library Usability Lab at CSU in Wagga Wagga will be officially opened on Wednesday 7 August. The Lab will be used to examine the way that people interact with computers, media devices and the Internet. Lecturer with the University’s School of Information Studies Dr Asim Qayyum said eye tracking - where eye movements are recorded on many types of screens including computer monitors, tablets or mobile phones - is a well established research technique. “It can help researchers find out exactly where people are looking, how their gaze moves around a website or media device and which presentation techniques are most effective,” said Dr Qayyum. “This will add a new dimension to our research evaluating existing computer applications and may lead to the development of new and more user-friendly systems.” The Lab is joint project between CSU’s School of Information Studies and Division of Library Services.