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Microcomputer Hard Disk Drive
The ST506 was the first microcomputer hard disk drive, and Seagate Technology invented it. This was the first hard drive of its kind for personal computers. This helped pave the way for personal computers and became the standard. -
TCP/IP
Vint Cerf and Bob Kahn invented the TCP/IP which is also known as the Transmission Control Protocol/ Internet Protocol suite. The TCP/IP development was backed by the US Department of Defense and is the basic protocol that is used for information to be transferred over the internet. These inventors are considered the fathers of the internet. -
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Windows was created by the company Microsoft that Bill Gates owns. Microsoft Windows is a graphical user interface for an operating system. Microsoft Windows is currently on version 11, which illustrates Microsoft Windows' impact on computing development and its continued relevance in current times. -
CDs
Sony and Philips developed CDs; CDs were created to store and distribute music. The computer industry used the CD as a medium for computer programs, databases, and graphics. -
Flash Memory
Flash memory was developed by Fuji Masuoka an engineer for Toshiba. Flash memory is a medium used to store data that can be reprogrammed repeatedly. This technology is still used and has been continually improved in data capacity and performance.