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From: bruceb@microsoft.UUCP (Bruce Burger)
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Subject: Re: replacing the desktop metaphor (Why any metaphor?)
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Date: 29 Dec 88 22:42:14 GMT
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> So I propose both,
> why cant we have a word processor that has two interfaces. A "user-friendly"
> pull down menu -- dialog based interface for new users. and a command
> oriented interface for advanced users. 

Good point.  There is no reason why having a mouse interface should make a
keyboard interface any more difficult!  

In fact, (get ready for a plug) Microsoft Word on the Mac has an 
excellent keyboard interface.