User centered

To be user centered, is based on three assumptions.

1. That the user knows what they are looking for. (Google search, content tagging, labels)
   
2. That the user generally knows what the want, but need assistance to find the specifics. (This is where a set taxonomy comes in. (http://delicious.com/ and social bookmarking sites, menus on a website, RSS, folders)
   
3. To be allowed to be part of a "in-group." This removes the feeling of ignorance, allows people to be aware of a path and influences, and to offering a way to communicate feedback that will make a difference. (Email, DLs, Blogs, Wiki's)