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Computer Mice

Secretly Incredibly Fascinating

CHAPTER

The Quirky Origin of the Computer Mouse

This chapter explores the humorous and significant history of the computer mouse, detailing its origins funded by NASA during the space race. It highlights the vision of Engelbart and the evolution of input devices from quirky prototypes to ergonomic designs, examining their impact on human-computer interaction. The conversation humorously contemplates bizarre alternative input methods while celebrating the mouse's role in revolutionizing computing.

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