Lisa
The first personal computer to include integrated software and use a graphical interface. Modeled after the Xerox Star and introduced in 1983 by Apple, it was ahead of its time, but never caught on due to its $10,000 price and slow speed. It gave way to the Macintosh, which was developed by a separate group within Apple. In fact, the final production units of the Lisa were modified into a somewhat-compatible version of the Macintosh. |
| The Lisa |
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| It was as slow as molasses, but users were entranced by its graphical interface and ability to cut and paste between applications. (Image courtesy of Apple Inc.) |
Lisa
envious of Amina; tries unsuccessful stratagems. [Ital. Opera: Bellini, The Sleepwalker, Westerman, 128–130]
See : Envy
| 1. | (computer) | LISA - Local Integrated Software Architecture. A personal computer introduced by Apple Computer, Inc. in 1983. The LISA was a predecessor of the Macintosh and was the first personal computer on the market with a graphical user interface. It was origionally named after Steve Jobs's daughter. The acronym was applied later. | |
| 2. | (tool) | LISA - A system for statistical data analysis, similar to
S. FTP MIT. | |
| 3. | (event) | LISA - Large Installation Systems Administration. |
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