1970 computer technology advancements

By larrie
  • Corning Fiber optics

    Corning Fiber optics

    Corning glass was the first to properly reduce the attentuation of glass to the level it could be used to accurately transfer information. this technology is still widely used today.
  • Intel 4004

    Intel 4004

    the first commercial microprocessor. helped bring the size and cost of computers down without sacrificing power.
  • C programming language

    C programming language

    One of the most successful programming languages to be implemented at scale. it is still used today.
  • Xerox Alto Mouse

    Xerox Alto Mouse

    first personal use computer to feature a mouse which allowed for intuitive navigation of GUIs
  • Apple II

    Apple II

    one of the first and most successful personal microprocessing computers. The first mass-produced macintosh computer.

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