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The Sketchpad, invented by Sutherland, is a predecessor to what common tech?

  • WiFi Routers

  • Laptop

  • Graphical User Interface

  • Smartphone

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A Graphical User Interface, or GUI, is a type of user interface that allows users to interact with computers using graphical elements such as icons, buttons, and menus. GUIs are typically easier to use than command-line interfaces, and they are more common on personal computers and other devices with limited screen space. The Sketchpad, invented by Ivan Sutherland in 1963, is considered to be the first GUI.
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