The visionary research at XEROX more than three decades ago defined many of the essential qualities of today's PCs. Who was the person responsible for this research?
A)Wright
B)Kay
C)Edison
D)Moore

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Alan Kay, a computer scientist, was the person responsible for the revolutionary research at XEROX PARC (Palo Alto Research Center) in the 1970s, which led to the development of the first personal computer, Alto, and the first graphical user interface (GUI). Kay coined the term "personal computer" and envisioned a portable device that would be easy to use by everyone, even children. His ideas and innovations have had a profound impact on modern computing and technology.

The Visionary Research at XEROX More Than Three Decades Ago