| Summary: | The article discusses the impact of the Macintosh computer, introduced by Steve Jobs in 1984, on the world of personal computing. The Macintosh revolutionized the industry by introducing a graphical user interface and a mouse, making computers more accessible and user-friendly. The article reflects on the rise of the "What You See Is What You Get" (WYSIWYG) design principle, which bridged the gap between the screen and the printed page, and its implications. It also explores the trade-off between simplicity and technical complexity in computer systems, and the power that large companies hold over users.
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