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What Will The Future Desktop Interface Look Like?

Posted by Zonk on from the minority-report-reporting-in-sir dept.

b O b 1 9 19 A writes "The TechZone has an interesting article wondering where computer interfaces are going. They discuss some alternatives to the traditional desktop, and propose a framework in which future interface designs may be evaluated. From the article: 'The next 10 years will be a transitional phase for interface design. 3D rendering technologies already have a stable home in the entertainment, video game, simulation, and design sectors. Although 2D interfaces have dominated everything else, I expect we will start seeing more 3D incursions. Operating systems and applications are beginning to capitalize on what 3D has to offer. The precise nature of how and where 3D can best be incorporated is an open question, and a framework to evaluate these questions seems appropriate.'" Big-time ad alert. Set your ad and flashblockers to stun.

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  1. 4D by lightknight · · Score: 2, Funny

    Muhahaha. I plan to get a jump on the competition by patenting the 4D interface. It's like a 3D interface, but better ;). I'll show Eolas how it's done (by spanking MS for even more money).

    But in all seriousness, I am working on the 4D metaphor. I have a prototype I've been working on up on my website, just haven't had the time to finish it.

    Cheers

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  2. Hopefully in the future I'll still be able to say by CptPicard · · Score: 5, Funny

    It's a UNIX system! I know this!

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    I want to play Free Market with a drowning Libertarian.
  3. Re:3D not that useful by Bogtha · · Score: 3, Funny

    Maybe the next step is to take a shot at a female-centric interface. Not that anyone on /. would know where to start, of course :)

    This is a good start.

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    Bogtha Bogtha Bogtha
  4. Complete Article Summary (if slashdotted) by mybecq · · Score: 5, Funny

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    PS. My eyes have stopped hurting now.

  5. People! by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 2, Funny
    It said Set your ad and flashblockers to stun.

    Not KILL

  6. Re:Whatever works best with the... by lotrtrotk · · Score: 5, Funny

    Yess!! Soon I'll be able to browse for pr0n hands free =D

  7. Re:Whatever works best with the... by NanoGator · · Score: 4, Funny

    "Yess!! Soon I'll be able to browse for pr0n hands free =D"

    Of all the smilies to use...

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    "Derp de derp."
  8. Re:Whatever works best with the... by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 2, Funny

    This smilie is the best: :-) 8===o

  9. what will it look like? by aichpvee · · Score: 2, Funny

    It'll look like GNOME, of course!

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