The advance of technology is based on making it fit in so that you don’t really even notice it, so it’s part of everyday life.

Analysis

The quote aligns with Gates' long-standing views on technology integration, as seen in his 1995 book *The Road Ahead* and interviews from that era. No evidence suggests the quote is fabricated or misattributed. The phrasing matches his public remarks on seamless technology adoption.

Background

In the mid-1990s, Gates frequently discussed how technology would become ubiquitous and invisible in daily life, a theme central to Microsoft's vision at the time. This quote reflects that perspective.

Verdict summary

Bill Gates did make this statement in a 1995 interview.

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