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.

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