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IBM creates the POWER1 processor which was a 32 bit processor that lead to them making more POWER processors due to the success. -
Linux, a new OS comes out which gives the user more control over their computer and is very useful for certain people that use their computers differently than the majority of people. Linux was invented by Linus Torvalds. -
The Nokia 1011 mobile phone was the first mass produced GSM phone which means it had the support of major Wireless Carriers. This was invented by Nokia. -
Nintendo released the N64 in 1996 which was groundbreaking as it was the first 64 bit game system and had games that were three dimensional which changed the gaming world forever. -
In 1997 4 different companies agreed to start devolving and using DVDs which lead to a major switch from VHS tapes to DVDs and changed the way people enjoyed their movies and video games.