This quote by Steve Case, the co-founder of America Online, expresses his unwillingness to turn the television into something beyond its desired function. He believes that the television is a gadget created for passive viewing and entertainment, whereas a computer system is something that is used for active engagement and productivity. By changing the tv into a computer system, it may lose its standard function as a medium for relaxation and satisfaction. This statement promotes the concept that devices must be developed with their planned use in mind, so that they can serve their purpose efficiently without triggering confusion or dissatisfaction among users.
This quote is written / told by Steve Case somewhere between August 21, 1958 and today. He/she was a famous Businessman from USA.
The author also have 31 other quotes.
"There are no rules and regulations for perfect composition. If there were we would be able to put all the information into a computer and would come out with a masterpiece. We know that's impossible. You have to compose by the seat of your pants"
"I think it would be cool if you were writing a ransom note on your computer, if the paper clip popped up and said, 'Looks like you're writing a ransom note. Need help? You should use more forceful language, you'll get more money.'"
"I am severely distracted these days. It's hard to sit in front of the computer, uploading bad music for hours, when you have a wonderful boyfriend who treats you like a Goddess"
"The wars of the future will be fought by computer technicians and by lawyers and high-altitude specialists, and that may mean war will be increasingly abstract, hard to think about and hard to control"
