Computer History Timeline

By DHolz

  • First Electronic Computer

    First Electronic Computer
    The first electronic computer is created in Japan by Hideo Yamachito.
    THe reason I chose this event is this literally changed history for ever.

  • First Computer Game

    First Computer Game
    The first computer game Spacewar Computer Game invented BY Steve Russell & MIT. The reason I chose this was because it finally gave people something to do in free time.

  • First Word Processor

    First Word Processor
    IBM introduces the first word processor. I chose this because this made lives so much easier on a computer.

  • First Floppy Disk

    First Floppy Disk
    IBM creates the first floppy disk. I chose this because it gave people a way to store things and keep memories.

  • First Video Game

    First Video Game
    Atari releases Pong, the first commercial video game. I chose this because besides computers, you could have a better gaming experience.

  • First CD

    First CD
    The compact disc is invented in the United States.
    I chose this because the CD let people listen to music or store things for ever.

  • Windows is created

    Windows is created
    Microsoft Windows introduced eliminating the need for a user to have to type each command, like MS-DOS, by using a mouse to navigate through drop-down menus, tabs and icons. I chose this because it made using a computer easy for everyone to enjoy it.

  • Macintosh is created

    Macintosh is created
    Apple introduces the Macintosh with mouse and window interface. The reason I chose this was because this was the most advanced computer of it's time.

  • Google is Founded

    Google is Founded
    Google is founded by Sergey Brin and Larry Page. I chose this because it gave people a way to find information better.

  • First XBox

    First XBox
    Bill Gates introduces the Xbox. I chose this because it was the best way to have fun in it's time.