Ted Nelson
Sociologist and Philosopher of hypertext
Born
June 17th, 1937
87 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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Born in 1937, this individual contributed significantly to the development of hypertext and the theoretical foundations of information technology. Coined the term 'hypertext' in the 1960s, outlining a vision for interconnected information systems that is foundational to the internet today. Authored notable works such as 'Computer Lib/Dream Machines' which argued for the democratization of technology and accessibility of information. Established the concept of 'ZigZag', a non-linear way to organize information while emphasizing the importance of user experience in technology design.
Coined the term 'hypertext'
Wrote 'Computer Lib/Dream Machines'
Developed the 'ZigZag' concept
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