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The Release of the IBM PC
The IBM PC was released August 12, 1981 by IBM. IBM was already an established developer of computers for businesses but with the release of the IBM PC, they provided the market with the first microcomputers that was available to the public. It was also the first use of DOS, sparking the creation of personal computers. Link used here. -
The First Production of a Compact Disc
The first CDs or Compact Discs were made in August of 1982 by Phillips and Sony. This marked a very important moment in the business of audio production because it allowed for better sound quality, increased amounts of audio, and a smaller size than the gramophone or record. Link used here. -
The release of Camcorders
The Camcorder was first released in May of 1983 by Sony. it was the first mainstream public camera recorder or "camcorder" to be released and made a giant impact on how future home cinematography came to light. Link used here. -
The Release of Microsoft Word
Microsoft Word!! Arguably one of the worlds biggest document making software is released in October of 1983 and introduced with it line-breaks, bold facing and italicizing. It was continued to be improved on for the following years and eventually evolved into what we know today. Link used here. -
The Release of the NES
The NES (Nintendo Entertainment System) was released on October 18, 1985 by Nintendo. It was the most successful video game console at the time and was one of the main saviors of video games following the video game crash of 1983. After it was redesigned from the Japanese "Famicom", it's American release was a great success at a time of video game uncertainty and oversaturation. Link used here.