Quote by Jaron Lanier

If there's any object in human experience that's a precedent for what a computer should be like, it's a musical instrument: a device where you can explore a huge range of possibilities through an interface that connects your mind and your body, allowing you to be emotionally authentic and expressive.

If there's any object in human experience that's a precedent

Summary

This quote highlights the idea that computers should strive to emulate the traits of musical instruments. Like a musical instrument, a computer should provide users with a means to explore numerous possibilities. The quote emphasizes the importance of an intuitive interface that seamlessly connects the human mind and body to the machine. Just as a musical instrument allows for emotional authenticity and expression, computers should facilitate the same kind of genuine and expressive interaction. Ultimately, this quote emphasizes the desire for computers to engage users on a deeper, emotional level and provide a more enriching experience.

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