~OT: Computer misconceptions

From: Sam Ismail <dastar_at_ncal.verio.com>
Date: Sat Feb 6 00:42:15 1999

On Thu, 4 Feb 1999, Max Eskin wrote:

> I'm thinking of putting together an FAQ-like document intended to combat
> the stupid ideas people have about computers. So, does anyone have any ideas
> for common misconceptions about computers that I should address? So far, I
> have the places various things originated (i.e. IBM did _not_ invent the
> PC, Apple did _not_ invent the GUI, etc.)

Microsoft did _not_ invent _anything_. ;)

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