certain questions that rises and needs to be assessed so that a proper framework for the UI can
be developed so that the use of the platforms are ethical and the human stays in control
and is not manipulated by technology. The questions in discussion has been listed as
follows:
i. What is the impact of UI on the users?
ii. Does an attractive and comfortable UI design is making the users addictive towards
the technology or is it supporting in leveraging of the technology?
iii. What is the role of skeuomorphism in deciding the user’s behaviour over the use of
technology?
iv. What are the changes that can be expected in the UI in context with the current
movements that are going for effective and limited use of the digital tools?
v. Are we designing for a well time spend or well time saved?
Key Points
History of UI
Evolution of the User Interface
The history of UI can be found as early as 1968 when Douglas Engelbart
demonstrated an oN-Line System, which reflected an interconnection between multiple
computers. The NLS abbreviation for oN-Line System consisted of display, mouse and
keyboard. However, Engelbart was not credited for the achievement until late 90’s. The
advancement of the Xerox PARC from the Californian research and development company.
The development of the WIMP system which is the acronym for Windows, Icons, Menus and
Pointer started the age of interaction with the machinery or contrastingly called as User
Interface. Xerox Alto was the first personal computer launched which had a display,
graphical windows, three button mouse, laser printers and operated Ethernet network.

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