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In 1974, this microprocessor was designed and first manufactured by Motorola. It enhanced the performance speed and memory.
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In 1975, Microsoft was founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen in Albuquerque, NM. This led to a wide range of software products for computing devices and the best-selling Microsoft Windows operating system and Microsoft Office.
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In 1976, Apple 1 was created by Steve Jobs and founder Steve Wozniak. The computer made it possible to do so many things that were thought to be impossible. It made communication faster.
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In 1977, lead designer Steve Wozniak and manufacturer Apple Computer, Inc., released this computer. It enhanced the color graphics and introduction of game paddles and other components.
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In 1984, Apple introduced Macintosh which became the first mouse-driven computer with a graphic user interface. This led to the Macintosh 128k.