CIS105 Technology Progression

1970's Significant Computer Inventions

Period: Jan 1, 1970 to Dec 31, 1979

C Programming Language

1972

C programming language was invented by Dennis Ritchie. This programming language was an important invention for computer science. This language can be used for a large variety of projects and it is relatively easy to learn. This programming language is still widely used to this day.

Ethernet was created

1973

In 1973, ethernet was created by Dave Biggs and Robert Metcalfe. This invention was important because it allowed for computers to communicate with devices such as printers.

Apple-1 Created

1976

In 1976, the Apple-1 was created by Steve Wozniak. This was an important invention because it lead to the creation of Apple. Apple is an important company that has impacted several aspects of computer history.

Apple-II Created

1977

In 1977, the Apple-II was created by Steve Wozniak. This was an important invention because it introduced many people to computers.

Walkman was Created

1979

In 1979, the first generation of the Walkman was created. This allowed people to listen to music whenever and wherever they wanted. This helped introduce portable music players. Portable music is important to this day. The manufacturer of the Walkman was Sony.