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530: No Such Thing As A Throbberthrob

No Such Thing As A Fish

CHAPTER

Exploring the Origins of 'Throbber'

This chapter delves into the origin and meaning of the term 'throbber,' specifically in relation to the loading mouse cursor on computers. The discussion covers potential origins, strategies to manage user annoyance with loading bars, and relates the perception of time to various contexts like bus stops and bird behavior.

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