Abstract

  Introduction: Use of computer has been increased in recent years. So understanding the related factors to use computers is important. The aim of this study was to determine related factors to use computer based on " Technology Acceptance Model".

  Materials & Methods: This is a descriptive-correlational study which 100 staff members of Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences were selected through convenient sampling method. Data were gathered using demographic questionnaire and " Technology Acceptance Model Scale" with 43 items . Content and face validity of the questionnaire and the reliability of the instruments were determined by internal consistency and test-retest methods, respectively.

  Findings : There were a direct and positive correlation between perceived usefulness ( ), perceived ease of computer ( ), with computer attitude, and also computer attitude with intention to use computer ( ).

  Conclusion : There is a direct and positive correlation between usefulness and ease of use of computer with computer attitude and ultimately intention to use computer. Attention to increase computer attitude for using computer is suggested.