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Did you know that the computer mouse, a vital accessory we constantly use, was initially named for its tail-like cord?
When we think of the computer mouse, we imagine a sleek, wireless device. However, it wasn't always so attractive. The first mouse was invented by Douglas Engelbart in 1964 as part of a joint venture between Stanford Research Institute and NASA. This primitive mouse was made of wood and metal, with a tail-like cord - giving rise to its name. At this point, this implement was far from reaching mass consumption and it did not resemble the mouse we know today. Then in 1981, Xerox introduced the first mouse designed for their 8010 Star Information System. However, it didn't become widely popular until 1984, when Apple included a mouse with their Macintosh personal computer release. The name stuck, even though today's devices bear little physical resemblance to a tail-connected mouse! So, next time you reach for your mouse, remember how far this essential computer accessory has come. From a wooden box with a 'tail', to the sleek, innovative designs we have today. Indeed, the reach and impact of the computer mouse have left an undeniable footprint in technological history.

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