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Invention: IBM PC (Personal Computer)
Year: 1980 Invention: IBM PC (Personal Computer)
Inventor: International Business Machines Corporation (IBM)
Description: IBM introduced the first IBM PC, a landmark in personal computing history. It featured an open architecture, making it easy for third-party developers to create software and peripherals. The IBM PC set a standard for compatibility that still influences modern computers today. -
Invention: Domain Name System (DNS)
Year: 1983 Invention: Domain Name System (DNS)
Inventor: Paul Mockapetris and Jon Postel
Description: DNS was developed to replace numeric IP addresses with human-readable domain names. It simplified internet navigation and played a crucial role in the growth of the World Wide Web, making it accessible to a broader audience. -
Invention: Macintosh Computer
Year: 1984 Invention: Macintosh Computer
Inventor: Apple Inc. (Steve Jobs and his team)
Description: The Macintosh was the first personal computer to feature a graphical user interface and a mouse. It revolutionized user interaction with computers, setting a standard for user-friendly design. -
Invention: Adobe Photoshop
Year: 1989 Invention: Adobe Photoshop
Inventor: Thomas and John Knoll (developed by Adobe Systems)
Description: Adobe Photoshop, initially developed by the Knoll brothers and later marketed by Adobe, revolutionized image editing and manipulation. It has become a standard tool for graphic designers, photographers, and artists worldwide. -
Invention: World Wide Web (WWW)
Year: 1989 Invention: World Wide Web (WWW)
Inventor: Sir Tim Berners-Lee
Description: Tim Berners-Lee proposed a system for sharing information via a "web" of documents. This invention laid the foundation for the modern internet, enabling easy access to and dissemination of information globally.