Ted Nelson

Project Xanadu, started in 1960, is perhaps the oldest hypertext system. It's creator, Ted Nelson, coined the term hypertext just to describe Xanadu. But it's not just a tool for linking data. Nelson's vision of hypertext is a lot more complicated than what we see in the modern world wide web. In his view, hypertext is a means to reshape the human experience. Today we are starting a dive into the strange connection between hypertext, networking, and digital utopianism. Like the show? Then why not head over and support me on Patreon. Perks include early access to future episodes, and bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/adventofcomputing

Ted Nelson, the founding designer of Xanadu, discusses his expansive vision for digital technology. He explores the concept of hypertext and its influence on the Internet. Topics include Xanadu Classic, transcopyright, transclusion, and missed opportunities of the web