Chung, J.Tan, F. B.2010-11-232010-11-23200420042004https://hdl.handle.net/10292/1068Understanding user acceptance of the Internet, in particular user acceptance of general information-searching sites, is important in assessing its effectiveness. Such sites provide users with various information options while navigating the Internet. A well-designed general information-searching site helps to ensure a positive user experience and therefore repeat usage. This study extended existing research into user acceptance of the Internet. It explored the antecedents of Playfulness. Results indicated that website characteristics play a dominant role in influencing a user's experience of Playfulness and that cognitive aspects and motivations for searching are also important. Implications are discussed.© Copyright 2008 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.[Antecedents of] perceived playfulnessGeneral information-searching websiteTechnology acceptance modelUser acceptanceUser experienceJournal ArticleOpenAccess10.1016/j.im.2003.08.016