Type of Prototype
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Typical Purpose
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General Characteristics
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When to Use
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Concept Prototype
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Analyze system approaches
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High-level, overall vision
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Concept Definition Stage
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Feasibility Prototype
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Determine feasibility of various solutions
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Proof of concept for specific issues
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Concept Definition Stage
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Horizontal Prototype
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Clarify scope and requirements
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Demonstrates outer layer of human interface only, such as windows, menus, and screens
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Function Definition Stage
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Vertical Prototype
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Refine database design, test key components early
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Demonstrates a working, though incomplete, system for key functions
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Later portion of Function Definition Stage
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Functional Storyboarding
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Determine useable sequences for presenting information
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Demonstrates the typical order in which information is presented
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Function Definition Stage
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