My basic understanding of this text is that over a short period of time the GUI of computers and the like have substantially grown, or evolved into very complicated and sometimes unique tools from just one simple template. This constantly changing GUI also seems to be merging cultures by applying a universal language as well as satisfying the needs of both work and leisure. My Questions are-
#1. Could this template be limiting in all its apparent growth by not seeking other ways to accomplish similar goals? Meaning that we could be moving too fast in a direction and overlooking other options of giving and receiving information.
#2. Is it healthy to be entertained and work via the same device? Might this in fact make businesses too dependent on just one tool? Should a person truly spend leisurely time staring at the same tool?
O.K. I guess thats more than two Questions...................So heres one more
#$. People from around the globe are using similar GUI's and learning about eachother almost instantly. Is it safe to merge cultures with a unifying translator of this sort? Many culturally specific qualities could be lost or misunderstood in the process.
