Graphical User Interfaces: Crash Course Computer Science

The video explores the evolution of graphical user interfaces (GUIs) from the 1984 Apple Macintosh to modern systems. It highlights Douglas Engelbart's pioneering work, the development of the Xerox Alto, and the introduction of the desktop metaphor. The video also covers GUI programming basics, the Xerox Star's WYSIWYG concept, and Apple's GUI innovations with Lisa and Macintosh. Finally, it discusses Microsoft's rise to dominance with Windows, emphasizing the natural selection of user interfaces.

What was the significant innovation introduced with the release of Apple's Macintosh in 1984?

• Voice recognition software

• Touchscreen technology

• Graphical user interface

• Command line interface

Who is credited with inventing the computer mouse?

• Alan Turing

• Bill Gates

• Steve Jobs

• Douglas Engelbart

What was the name of the first true GUI computer developed at Xerox PARC?

• Xerox Alto

• Commodore PET

• IBM PC

• Apple Lisa

What metaphor did Xerox use to make their GUI more intuitive?

• Library metaphor

• Desktop metaphor

• Garden metaphor

• Classroom metaphor

Which Apple product was the first to feature a graphical user interface and mouse?

• iMac

• Macintosh

• Apple Lisa

• Apple II

What was a major reason for the initial struggle in Macintosh sales after its release?

• High price

• Limited availability

• Lack of software

• Poor marketing

Which company released Windows 1.0, marking the beginning of a rivalry with Apple?

• Commodore

• IBM

• Microsoft

• Xerox

What was a key feature introduced with Windows 95 that was not present in earlier versions?

• Virtual reality

• Voice commands

• Start Menu

• Touchscreen support

What programming paradigm do GUIs typically use?

• Object-oriented programming

• Functional programming

• Procedural programming

• Event-driven programming

What was the name of the unsuccessful Microsoft product that took the desktop metaphor to an extreme?

• Microsoft Paint

• Microsoft Word

• Microsoft Bob

• Microsoft Office