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About the Computer Mouse

Update: 2023-09-21
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You all know what a mouse is. It’s so common, that you probably don't even think that much about why it's called a mouse. But back in 1968, the man generally credited with the invention of the mouse, Douglas Engelbart, had to apologize for what was certainly a silly name.


Featuring Tom Merritt.


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