Quote by Bjarne Stroustrup

I have always wished for a computer that would be as easy to use as my telephone. My wish came true. I no longer know how to use my telephone.

I have always wished for a computer that would be as easy to

Summary

This quote, humorously attributed to American inventor Bjarne Stroustrup, highlights the rapid pace of technological advancements. It suggests that Stroustrup's wish for a user-friendly computer, similar to the simplicity of a telephone, has been fulfilled. However, it also implies that as technology progresses, it can become overwhelming and complex. Stroustrup's predicament of no longer knowing how to use a telephone serves as a metaphor, illustrating how the ever-evolving nature of technology can sometimes render us unfamiliar and confused with the devices we once considered simple.

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