Technological Breakthroughs of The 1980s

By dav2325599

  • The first launch of the Space Shuttle

    The first launch of the Space Shuttle
    On April 12, 1981, the orbiter Columbia launched from the Kennedy Space Center. Invented by NASA, the shuttle has been used to conduct research and launch satellites that allowed for things such as GPS.

  • Release of The Personal Computer

    Release of The Personal Computer
    The IBM 5150 was released on August 12, 1981, it was created by a team of engineers and designers directed by William C. Lowe and Philip Don Estridge. This computer made it possible for people to buy a computer as it was sold for only $1,565.

  • Compact Disks Released

    Compact Disks Released
    In March 2, 1983, compact disks were released in the United States. CDs made it possible to listen to music without the degradation that plagued cassettes. CDs were invented by Mr. James Russell.

  • Windows 1.0

    Windows 1.0
    Windows 1.0 was released on November 20, 1985. Windows 1.0 gave users access to a graphical user interface and was way better than Apple in every way. Development was spearheaded by Microsoft founder Bill Gates.

  • Release of The Game Boy

    Release of The Game Boy
    The Game Boy was developed and manufactured by Nintendo. It was first released in Japan on April 21, 1989. The Game Boy made it possible for parents to travel long distances without being bothered by their children.