The mouse was initially known as the X-Y Position Indicator for a Display System and was invented by Douglas Engelbart in 1963 while working at Xerox PARC. But, due to Alto's lack of success, the first widely used application of the mouse was with the Apple Lisa computer. The mouse was initially known as the X-Y Position Indicator for a Display System and was invented by Douglas Engelbart in 1963 while working at Xerox PARC. But, due to Alto's lack of success, the first widely used application of the mouse was with the Apple Lisa computer.HP invites you to improve the way you connect and communicate, work and play. Built with strict HP standards and guidelines, this world-class HP Mouse X1000 effortlessly blends sleek, modern design with life-enhancing, advanced features.