1970s Technology Timeline

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  • Intel introduces the first DRAM (dynamic random-access memory) chip

    Also known as the Intel 1103, it was the first commercially available DRAM IC. It was invented by Joel Karp and William Regitz, among others, produced by Intel Corporation. The DRAM chip became a bestseller, and the first computer available on the market that used it was the HP 9800 series. Bellis, Mary. (2020, August 27). Who Invented the Intel 1103 DRAM Chip? Retrieved from https://www.thoughtco.com/who-invented-the-intel-1103-dram-chip-4078677

  • IBM introduces the first 8-inch floppy disk

    IBM introduces the first flexible magnetic diskette. It becomes known as a "floppy disk". It was introduced commercially in 1971. It was invented by Alan Shugart, among other colleagues. Floppy disks were important because they became a widely used source for basic storage in small computing systems. 20th century disk storage chronology. (n.d.). Retrieved September 07, 2020, from https://www.ibm.com/ibm/history/exhibits/storage/storage_chrono20.html

  • "Pong" is released by Atari, Inc.

    Pong became one of the earliest and most popular arcades games, published under Atari, Inc. It was released on November 29, 1972. Allan Alcorn was the creator of the game, and it led to the rise of the video-game industry. Pong. (2020, September 04). Retrieved September 07, 2020, from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pong

  • Ethernet is developed

    Ethernet is developed by Xerox Corporation, specifically invented by Robert Metcalf. Ethernet connected personal computers and other devices via a Local Area Network (LAN). Ethernet Prototype Circuit Board. (n.d.). Retrieved September 07, 2020, from https://americanhistory.si.edu/collections/search/object/nmah_687626

  • IBM introduces the first laser printer

    The first commercial laser printer, the IBM 3800, is introduced by IBM. The laser printer replaced line printers, becoming much faster than their predecessor. The specific inventor is unknown. Laser printing. (2020, July 07). Retrieved September 07, 2020, from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laser_printing