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The SQL Slammer worm, also known as Sapphire, caused a massive disturbance on the Internet. It spread rapidly, infecting a large number of servers and causing widespread outages.
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Tesla Motors, known for its electric vehicles and renewable energy solutions, was founded in 2003. It has since played a pivotal role in the advancement of electric vehicle technology.
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In 2003, AMD released the Athlon 64, its first 64-bit processor. This was a significant step in desktop computing, offering enhanced performance for more demanding applications.
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Intel introduced the Pentium M processor in March 2003, designed for mobile computing. It offered improved power efficiency and performance compared to its predecessors.
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Android, which would later become a major mobile operating system, was founded by Andy Rubin in October 2003. This set the stage for the future of mobile computing and smartphones.
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Microsoft released Windows Server 2003, a server operating system designed to handle corporate networking, Internet hosting, databases, and other enterprise-scale computing needs.
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Apple significantly impacted the music industry with the launch of the iTunes Store. This platform allowed users to legally purchase and download music online, marking a shift in how music was distributed and consumed.
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The initial version of WordPress was released on May 27, 2003. It has since become one of the most popular content management systems for websites.
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Valve Corporation launched Steam, a digital distribution platform for video games. This service dramatically changed how games were sold and updated.
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Apple introduced macOS X 10.3, codenamed Panther, featuring significant updates and improvements to the operating system.