Advancements in Technology

Atari

Jun 28, 1972

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Atari created some of the first video games anyone has ever seen. Games like pong, computer space, and later Pacman, were all Atari created games and really set the future for what video games are today. Atari was a huge success and made the video game industry that much better.

Apple

Apr 1, 1976

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Apple was created in 1976 and founded by Steve Jobs ansd Steve Wozniak. Together the reinvented the computer by not only providing the newest softare and designs, but also giving computers a new look. Now Apple produces iPhones, iPods, iPads, and Macbooks which are the trediest stuff on the shelves right now.

Web 2.0

Jan 1, 1990

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Web 2.0 is a step up in technology. It provides users with a more interactive and social internet as well as providing protocols and tools for eaier online application. Web 2.0 has revolutionized the internet and made it a whole lot easier.

Wi-Fi

Jan 1, 1991

For more on Wi-Fi Wi-Fi is a local area wireless technology that allows any electronic device toparticapate in computer network using radio bands. Wi-Fi has created more efficient and strong connection among people who are working, at stores, and in their own homes. It has changed the way we connect our devices to the network.

Smartphones

Jan 1, 1992

For more on SmartphonesThe first smartphone to ever be made was in 1992 by IBM. Smartphones offer many features and apps that you can download on the phone. Unlike most normal phones, smartphones can search the internet, play games, and watch movies. The smartphones now are practically a portable mini computer and most people now own smartphones.

Bluetooth

Jan 1, 1994

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Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard mostly used for short connections. Using Bluetooth, many users can make calls, play music, and connect a device from a distance. Bluetooth today has been used in many products and continues to do so. It has changed the way we can connect devices using a short connection.

Amazon

Jul 5, 1994

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Amazon has changed online shopping enormously and provides users with an easy and quick way to shop. Providing thousands of products online, Amazon is the biggest online store in the nation. Customers can simply search what they want and click one button to buy the product, it's that easy. Amazon has taken online shopping through the roof and continues to do so.

ebay

Sep 3, 1995

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ebay is an online auction site that allows users to sell and purchase things using a PayPal account. These users can start a biddong price for the thing they are seling and others can outbid for the product. The product goes to the highest budder once the time expires. This site allows users to get just what they need without the hassle of the stores.

Adobe Flash

Nov 1, 1996

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Adobe Flash is a mutimedia and software paltform used to create many things such as games, websites, videos, vectors, and more. Adobe Flash allows bidirectional streaming of audio and video and offers Adobe animations and interactive graphics. Adobe has changed the multimedia aspect of the internet.

Netflix

Jan 1, 1997

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Netflix is a video streaming servicce that allows people to find all their favorite shows and movies in one place. It has a fee of nine dollars a month and has unlimited movies and shows to choose from. If the movie you want isn't on the site, you can place an order and they will mail it to you. Netflix has changed the way people rent and buy movies, but has also made watching movies simple.

Google

Sep 4, 1998

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Google is an internet search engine that has made the internet a much easier and simpler thing to use. The internet used to be a hassle and never gave you the right result, but google changed the way it functioned and totally reamped the interent. Now people can type in keywords and get exactly what they are looking for. Google has completely taken over the internet and has now prvided tools like gmail and googeldocs.

Tablets

Jan 1, 2000

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Tablets are overtaking PCs and the Netbook market. Tablets are thin, easily portable, high functioning computers that are much more efficient than laptop and desktop computers. The reason is that the tablet can do almost the same as those thicker and heavier computers. Tablets have also now been able to ne connected to printers, so typing a document can be done from there too.

Skype

Aug 1, 2003

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Skype is a communication software that allows users to video chat and make voice calls from the computer. As a free service, Skype uses Webcams to connect people from one place to another. Skype has changed the way people make business calls, calls away from home, and even for soldiers to see their families. Skype is a great communication software and is used by millions of people.

Facebook

Feb 4, 2004

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Facebook is the biggest social media site in the World. Created by Mark Zuckerberg is 2004, Facebbok lets people interact with others virtually. It encourages people to branch out and meet new people as well as reconnect with old friends. Facebook has changed the internet by giving it a more personal and social aspect.

YouTube

Feb 14, 2005

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YouTube is a video streaming business that has millions of users. These users can sign up and post videos on their accounts. From there, they can get subscribers that vew their channel. These subscribers can also comment and like or dislke the video that was posted. YouTube has made a massive change to the online video industry.

Twitter

Mar 21, 2006

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Twitter is a social media site that allows all users to post and read short meassages called Tweets. Tweets can only be 140 charaqcters long which gives readers a quick memo or message of whats happening. Twitter has turned into a social media king and many use twitter to chat and set up events.

Instagram

Jan 1, 2010

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Instagram is a social media site that hasa users post pictures on their profile. Users can follow others, comment or like on pictures, and Direct message other users for a more private post. Instagram is new and is used by a majority of young adults and teens. Instagram has changed the way we interact by making a picture social media site.

iCloud

Jun 6, 2011

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iCloud is a cl;oud storage and cloud computing software made by Apple. iCloud allows users to store information on the phone, tablet, etc. and then gain access to that information from anywhere at anytime. Although cloud storage and computing has already been released previous to iCloud, it still holds a significance in the advancement of computers.

Chromecast

Jul 24, 2013

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Chromecast is a digital media player deveoped by Google. It plays video and audio by directly streaming it via Wi-Fi to a local network or connection. Chromecast can be used by people who choose the audio from a mobile or web app and stream it with Google cast technology,

Xbox One

Nov 22, 2013

For more on the Xbox OneThe xbox One is a gaming device that allows users to play high quality games, watch movies, connect their mobile devices using Bluetooth, and explore the internet. Xbox One was produced by Microsoft and contains a Bluray player for a more quality gaming experience. Xbox One has changed the way people play games and has set the bar for gaming devices.