Douglas Engelbart

The computer is a tool for thought. And sometimes, a very expensive paperweight.

My goal was to augment human intellect. I didn't realize I'd also be augmenting the need for IT support.

The future is not about predicting it, but about creating it. And then debugging it, endlessly.

We're still in the early days of computing. It's like we've just invented the wheel, and everyone's still trying to figure out how to make it square.

The best way to predict the future is to invent it. And then watch everyone else try to catch up.

I often wonder if the next generation will look back at our current technology and laugh. Probably, they'll just be frustrated by the lack of hoverboards.

The computer is a medium for communication. Unfortunately, it also facilitates a lot of miscommunication.

We're not just building machines; we're building a new kind of society. One where everyone has access to information, and also to endless cat memes.

The greatest breakthroughs often come from challenging the status quo. And from having a really good coffee machine.

My work is about making it easier for people to think. Though sometimes, I think it just makes it easier for them to overthink.

The digital revolution is not just about technology; it's about human potential. And the potential for really bad internet connections.

We're creating a world where information is at your fingertips. And also, where you can accidentally send an email to your entire company.

The computer is a tool for collaboration. As long as everyone agrees on which version of the document they're working on.

I'm not trying to predict the future, I'm trying to invent it. And then, hopefully, get a patent for it.

The biggest challenge is not building the technology, it's getting people to embrace change. Especially when they're comfortable with their abacus.

We're building a new kind of intelligence. One that can process vast amounts of data, and still struggle to open a PDF.

The future of computing is not about replacing humans, but about augmenting them. Though sometimes, I think we're just augmenting their ability to complain about software updates.

My vision was to create a system that would make it easier for people to work together. I didn't realize it would also make it easier for them to argue over font choices.

The computer is a powerful tool for learning. And for watching endless videos of cats playing the piano.

We're creating a world where information is instantly accessible. And where misinformation spreads even faster.