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Z1 Computer
The Z1 was the worlds first freely programable computer invented by Konrad Zuse in Germany. -
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Major Milestones
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Harvard Mark 1
The Harvard Mark 1 computer was the first in the era of modern computers. It was built in Harvard University and was orriginally used for military purposes. -
UNIVAC 90/60
The worlds first prototype computer for commercial use was built and shipped all over the United States. -
ARPAnet
The worlds first internet was made. -
The "Floppy" Disk
The first floppy disc was invented. Nicknamed "floppy" for its flexibility. -
E-mail
E-mail was invented by Ray Tomlinson. -
LCD
Liquid Crystal Display ( LCD ) was invented by James Fergason. -
Pocket Calculator
Pocket calculator was invented by Sharp Corporation. -
First Video Game
Atari releases Pong, the first commercial video game. -
The first CD
The compact disc (CD) is invented in the United States. -
Apple
Apple was founded Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs. -
Apple Macintosh
Apple introduces the Macintosh with mouse and window interface. -
Nintendo
The Nintendo Entertainment System makes its debut. -
YAHOO
YAHOO is created in April, 1994. -
Amazon
Amazon.com is founded by Jeff Bezos. -
Java
Java is introduced. -
EBay
EBay is founded by Pierre Omidyar. -
The first DVD
The first DVDs are sold across America. -
Google
Google is founded by Sergey Brin and Larry Page on September 7, 1998. -
Xbox
Bill Gates introduces the Xbox on January 7th 2001.
