Losing meanings : computer games in Dutch domestic use, 1975-2000

F.C.A. Veraart

doi:10.1109/MAHC.2009.66

Losing meanings : computer games in Dutch domestic use, 1975-2000

F.C.A. Veraart

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Abstract

Computer games were originally tools that let programmers demonstrate their craftsmanship, and firms used them to demystify computer operation and lure new individuals and groups. As computers became widespread, use and attitudes of actors toward games changed. With examples from the Netherlands, this article shows how games in domestic use lost their versatile meanings beyond entertainment.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	52-65
Number of pages	14
Journal	IEEE Annals of the History of Computing
Volume	33
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1109/MAHC.2009.66
Publication status	Published - 2011

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