Important Technological Advancements

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  • The First Microprocessor

    The First Microprocessor
    Intel introduces the new Intel 4004, the first microprocessor. This starts a new era of CPU's.
  • The First Portable Computer

    The First Portable Computer
    IBM creates and releases the first personal computer, known as the IBM 5100. It weighed in at 24 lbs. and cost between around $9,000 and $20,000.
  • Microsoft Releases the First Version of MS-DOS

    Microsoft Releases the First Version of MS-DOS
    MS-DOS, branded by IBM as PC-DOS, was created for IBM PCs. MS-DOS needed as little as 32 kilobytes of RAM to operate.
  • Xerox Releases The Star Workstation

    Xerox Releases The Star Workstation
    The Star Workstation by Xerox was released. The system greatly influenced and inspired the Apple computers and Windows machines released in the future.
  • 2G Cellular Network Introduced in Finland

    2G Cellular Network Introduced in Finland
    The first GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication) Network is opened in Finland. This sets a new standard for phones throughout the 90's and 2000's.
  • Windows 95 is Created

    Windows 95 is Created
    Windows releases the popular, well-known Windows 95, setting an industry standard. Offices and schools across the country still rely on this OS to this day.
  • The C.O.P.P. Act is Effective

    The C.O.P.P. Act is Effective
    The US releases an act called the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act. This was an important moment in the evolution of online privacy.
  • The Nokia 3310 Mobile Phone Announced

    The Nokia 3310 Mobile Phone Announced
    Nokia announces the famously-indestructible Nokia 3310 in September of 2000. This phone goes on to revolutionize the cell phone market and inspire countless cell phones to come.
  • Apple Introduces the iPad

    Apple Introduces the iPad
    Apple announces its new product the iPad to rival other tablet devices of the time from companies like Samsung. This product becomes one of Apple's most popular products along the iPhone.
  • Windows 10 is Announced in 2015

    Windows 10 is Announced in 2015
    Microsoft announces and releases the all-new Windows 10 in 2015 to replace the failed Windows 8. As of September 2018, there are over 400 million users worldwide using Windows 10.