How play leads to great inventions

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November 16, 2016 Today’s TED Talk How play leads to great inventions 07:25 minutes · TED Studio Necessity is the mother of invention, right? Well, not always. Steven Johnson shows us how some of the most transformative ideas and technologies, like the computer, didn't emerge out of necessity at all but instead from the strange delight of play. Share this captivating, illustrated exploration of the history of invention. Turns out, you'll find the future wherever people are having the most fun. Watch now »   Playlist of the Day Top TED Talks of 2016 Wonder which talks to get started on in 2016? A collection of hand-picked gems for your viewing pleasure. Watch » 17 talks · Total run time 3:47:12 Join us on Facebook Follow us @TEDTalks

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