The Mother of All Demos

The Mother of All Demos, presented in 1968 by Douglas Engelbart, was a groundbreaking computer demonstration that showcased early innovations like interactive computing, hypertext, video conferencing, and collaborative software. It demonstrated how computers could be used for complex tasks, real-time communication, and information sharing, laying the foundation for modern technology such as the internet, social media, and multimedia. This event is considered a pivotal moment in computing history because it previewed many features now common in everyday digital life, illustrating the potential of computers to enhance human productivity and communication.