Comment on "How to help someone use a computer.", a guide from 1996

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AnarchistArtificer@slrpnk.net ⁨2⁩ ⁨months⁩ ago

I agree, this is great. I really liked:

“Most user interfaces are terrible. When people make mistakes it’s usually the fault of the interface. You’ve forgotten how many ways you’ve learned to adapt to bad interfaces.”

and

"Whenever they start to blame themselves, respond by blaming the computer. Then keep on blaming the computer, no matter how many times it takes, in a calm, authoritative tone of voice. If you need to show off, show off your ability to criticize bad design. "

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