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Notes
The earliest known written use of “mouse” originated from its resemblance to the shape and size of a mouse, a rodent, with the cord resembling its tail. The popularity of wireless mice without cords makes the resemblance less obvious.
Definition
A hand-held pointing device that detects two-dimensional motion relative to a surface. This motion is typically translated into the motion of a pointer on a display, which allows a smooth control of the graphical user interface of a computer.
Invention
1964 A.D. by Douglas Engelbart, United States
Obsolescence
2026 A.D. - 2030 A.D.
Components
One or more buttons to allow operations such as selection of a menu item on; A display; A scroll wheel that functions as a button rolling on the screen to make selections
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