Walkman

1980's Technology

By andilynnwright

  • Sony Walkman Introduced in the US

    Sony Walkman Introduced in the US
    The world's first low cost personal stereo was invented by Nobutshi KIhara and Sony in July of 1979 but was introduced to America in June of 1980.

  • The first Compact Discs (CDs) are sold

    The first Compact Discs (CDs) are sold
    Co-developed by Phillips and Sony in 1982. Allows you to story and play digital audio recordings

  • The Apple Macintosh is Released

    The Apple Macintosh is Released
    Family of computers designed, manufactured and sold by Apple Computers.

  • The first domain names are registered on the internet.

    The first domain names are registered on the internet.
    A domain name is an identifier or string that defines authority and control on the internet. Paul Mockapetris expanded the Internet by inventing the Domain Name System in 1983 but they were first registered in 1985

  • The most widely used computer operating system, Microsoft Windows, was introduced.

    The most widely used computer operating system, Microsoft Windows, was introduced.
    Microsoft Windows, the most widely used computer operating system in the world, was introduced by Bill Gates and MIcrosoft on November 20, 1985.