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3300 BCE
Writing
The first known written language, Sumerian, was in use in what is now Iraq. It was a pictorial languge that was in use for possibly thousands of years. -
2400 BCE
Messengers
The first messenger system was in use in Africa and the Middle East. -
1448
Printing Press
The printing press was invented by Johann Gutenberg, based on a wine-making machine and revolutionising books and reading forever. -
Postal System
The first official postal system was put into place in America by Congress. -
Telegraph
The first telegraph was invented, meaning people could communicate over long distances for the first time in history. Telegraphs use Morse code to send messages across long distances. -
Telephone
The first telephone was invented by Alexander Bell. it was originally an unpopular device, but grew more common over time. -
Radio
The first radio signal was sent and received by Guglielmo Marconi. -
Television
Demonstrations of some of the earliest televisions are held in New York and San Fransisco. -
Internet
The first primitive instance of the internet was implemented and used by the American military. -
Cell Phone
The first portable cell phone was invented, and went on the market four years later. -
Social Media
The first recognisable social media website, Six Degrees, went online. Users uploaded a profile and could make friends with others on the site.