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Z1 Computer
The Z1 computer is important because it's the first programmable computer invented. -
Hideo Yachimoto
Hideo Yachimoto invents the first electronic computer, which is important because most of what we do today is electronic. -
1st Computer Game
The 1st computer game, Space Wars is invented, and it is a big step because people are starting to use computers for different things than calculating and breaking code. -
Computer Mouse
The computert mouse is invented. This is important because we still use it today. This is also a start to the use of periphial devices which is important. -
E-mail Invented
E-mail is invented. E-mail is something that is used worldwide today. This is a big part of computer history because it opened up a whole new way of communication. -
Portable Computers
The first portable computer is invented which makes computers easier and more convinient to use. Moving around laptops/notebooks is part of every day life today. -
Microsoft Created
Microsoft is invented by Bill Gates and Paul Allen. Microsoft is a huge program in today's world. Without it a big part of our computers today would be different. -
Apple Created
The Apple company, created by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, made huge contributions to computer history. They created lots of handheld devices like the Ipad, and Iphone, but also many great computers such as the Macintosh. -
Domain Name System Created
The Domain Name System including 7 main domains (edu, com, gov, mil, net, org and int) is invented. It's a big step because it really helps to organize computers, seperating business, education, government, etc. -
World Wide Web
The World Wide Web is released to the public. The World Wide Web is a huge development in computer history. It allows us to research, play games, communicate, and run businesses. I think this is one of the biggest developments in computer history.
