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ENIAC - 1st Computer
It stands for Electronic Numerical Integrator And Computer. The ENIAC was the 1st electronic computer. It was used to perform advanced ballistic missile calculation for the military. Wikipedia -
GM-NAA I/O - 1st OS
This operating system was primarily designed to switch from task to task. It was used by General Motors and invented by Robert L. Patrick. International Programmers Day -
Atlas Computer: 1st Multitasking Computer
The Atlas Computer was the 1st computer to have virtual memory. This virtual memory allowed the computer to rapidly swap among many programs, therefore it could multitask. Computer History -
ARPANET - The 1st Network
It stands for Advanced Research Projects Agency Network. It was the 1st packet switching network that used TCP/IP protocol. It was invented by DARPA during the Cold war and it developed into the internet in 1983. Wikipedia -
Intel 4004 - The 1st CPU
The Intel 4004 was the 1st CPU invented. Its creator was the company of Intel. The processor was a 4-bit design that was available for the public to purchase. Wikipedia -
Ethernet
Ethernet Cables allowed the creation of LAN. Ethernet cables connected a PC to an Ethernet, then the computer could then connect to others in the local area network (LAN). Wikipedia -
Invention of the Apple II
The Apple II was invented by Apple Computer. It was the 1st highly successful microcomputer that was meant to be sold in mass-production. It was designed as an 8-bit home computer.
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Atari - 1st Generation of Consoles
The Atari was a member of the 1st generation of gaming consoles. I could play many different games display them on screens such as TVs. The gamer was able to interact with the games on the Atari. Wikipedia -
Osborne1 - The 1st Laptop
The Osborne1 was the 1st mass-produced laptop. It had a 5' monitor, and the whole computer was about the size of a sewing machine. It was inspired by the Xerox NoteTaker, but the NoteTaker was not available to the public. Wikipedia -
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is defined as a wireless local area network. Similar to Ethernet, it allows a PC to connect to LAN. However, this can be done with no additional cable, making devices like laptops and phones easily portable, but still capable of connect to a LAN. Wikipedia -
Xbox
The Xbox was the first major gaming console designed by Microsoft. It was capable of playing video games downloaded on disks, and had online multiplayer capabilities. Wikipedia -
iPhone - 1st Smartphone
The iPhone 1 revolutionized the cell phone. It had a never seen before touch screen, and was perfectly capable of communicating with others via phone calls and texting. Wikipedia -
Microsoft Surface - Notable 2-in-1 PC
The Microsoft Surface is one of the most known 2-in-1 PCs. It ships with a keyboard, but the screen can be removed to form a tablet. This style of laptop/tablet provides many additional opportunities for the user. Wikipedia -
Xbox One
The Xbox One is the latest gaming console designed by Microsoft. It has an incredibly fast processor inside to handle the massive task of gaming graphics and online gaming. These graphics can go all the way to 4K resolution. Wikipedia -
Samsung Galaxy Note 7
The Samsung Galaxy Note 7 is one of the lastest smartphones releashed. Even though it is only 9 years newer than the iPhone 1, it is much farther ahead in technology. I has a unique QHD Super AMOLED screen with a curved edge. It also has a stylus that meshes as part of the phone. Wikipedia
