Susan Kare explains Macintosh UI ergonomics on the Computer Chronicles (1984)

Why it was recommended

I think some of us (me included) would do well to keep this video in mind when explaining technology to non-technical people.

Strong recommendationdorkwood · Original2021-06

What it covers

A 1984 Computer Chronicles segment in which Susan Kare explains the ergonomics and interface design of the original Macintosh. She introduces the interface step by step for. It is for a general viewer who does not plan to take a prerequisite first.

Video details

Channel

erg0steur

Length

5 min 51 sec

Year

2020

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