Why was the demo by Douglas Engelbart and the team at SRI so important?

The demo by Douglas Engelbart and team at SRI in 1968 was crucial because it introduced revolutionary changes. They showcased the first computer mouse, a tool we all use today. They also showed a visual way to interact with computers, like we do with icons and windows. They even demonstrated things like hypertext and video calls, which were groundbreaking at the time. This demo changed the course of computing, shaping the PCs we have now and paving the way for the internet age. It emphasized making computers easy for people to use and work together with, revolutionizing how we interact with technology.

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