Why is the 3.5″ floppy disk still being used as the Save icon in programs? Hasn’t an entire generation now been raised that has never seen, used or had knowledge of a floppy disk?
That same entire generation you speak of has been raised with the knowledge that a floppy disk icon = save. Plus if you intend to change universally accepted icons or practices for that matter you will likely run into a lot of resistance. Look what happened when Microsoft tried to "update" the st…
The Short Answer
That same entire generation you speak of has been raised with the knowledge that a floppy disk icon = save. Plus if you intend to change universally accepted icons or practices for that matter you will likely run into a lot of resistance. Look what happened when Microsoft tried to "update" the start button.
Analysis
Key Concepts: Entire, generation, speak
This explanation focuses on entire, generation, speak and spans 53 words across 3 sentences. At 26% below the average Biology explanation (72 words), the answer takes a direct, no-frills approach — sometimes the simplest explanation is the most effective.
What This Answer Covers
The explanation opens with: “That same entire generation you speak of has been raised with the knowledge that a floppy disk icon = save.” It then elaboratesultimately building toward a complete picture across 3 connected points.
How This Compares in Biology
Ranked #306 of 500 Biology questions by answer depth (top 62%). This is in the concise tier — a focused explanation that prioritizes clarity over exhaustiveness. Many readers prefer this level of directness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a simple explanation for why the 3.5" floppy disk still being used as the save icon in programs? hasn't an entire generation now been raised that has never seen, used or had knowledge of a floppy disk?
That same entire generation you speak of has been raised with the knowledge that a floppy disk icon = save. Plus if you intend to change universally accepted icons or practices for that matter you will likely run into a lot of resistance. Look what…
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This is a focused answer at 53 words, ranked #306 of 500 Biology questions by depth. The key concepts covered are entire, generation, speak.
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