80s

5 Computer Inventions in the 80s

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  • IBM PC (5150)

    IBM PC (5150)

    The IBM PC was invented in 1981 by Don Estridge. He was known as the father of the IBM PC. The IBM PC changed history because it was much more efficient and process more quickly. This would change the business industry.
  • The Apple Macintosh

    The Apple Macintosh

    In 1984 the world would be introduced the Macintosh computer. It was invented by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak. The Macintosh computer used a graphical interface and just like Windows brought more computers in people's homes.
  • Microsoft Windows

    Microsoft Windows

    Microsoft Windows was introduced in 1985 by Bill Gates. Windows gained popularity because it's so user friendly. It enhanced the computer experience and would bring even more computers into homes.
  • C++

    C++

    C++ was an extension of Objective C invented by Bjarne Stroustrup in 1985. This would become one of the most used coding languages. It is still used for even modern programs such as Adobe Photoshop.
  • Perl

    Perl

    In 1987 scripting language named Perl was developed by Larry Wall. It was made to help quicken processing. It is still used today for Linux system administration and network programming.