Copm Tech Timeline

  • Comptometer

    Comptometer

    The worlds first computer-like system was made and opperated by using keys. Invented by Dorr E. Felt
    Important because this technology led to later technologies.
  • IBM is formed

    IBM is formed

    I think that this is important because it was the begining of computer manufacturing
  • Silicon Chip

    Silicon Chip

    ack Kilby & Robert Noyce invent the first silicon chip (integrated curcuit)
    Important because its what does all the processing
  • The Computer Mouse

    The Computer Mouse

    The "Mouse" (Nicknamed because of its appearance) was invented by Douglas Engelbart.. Computers sencond input Device ever
    Important because Its one of the main input devices on a computer.
  • Word Processor

    Word Processor

    The first word processor is created by IBM
    Important because it enabled people to write things on the computer.
  • RAM

    RAM

    The first dynamic random-access memory (RAM) chip and first microprocessor is introduced to the world by Intel
    Important because the RAM is what allows programs to run.
  • Floppy Disk

    Floppy Disk

    David Noble from IBM was the inventor of the first floppy disk. Nicknamed Floppy becuuase is was bendable.
    Important because it allowed people to buy portable applications.
  • Microsoft Corporation Founded

    Microsoft Corporation Founded

    Bill Gates and Paul Allen founded The Microsoft Corporation on April 4, 1975 to develop and sell BASIC interpreters for the Altair 8800
    Important because it was the first and most famous operating systems today.
  • Portable Computers

    Portable Computers

    The first portable computer was made by Altair allowing people to transport their computers.
    Important because its what led to laptops and it was a computer that you could take with you anywhere.
  • Apple Corporation Founded

    Apple Corporation Founded

    Steve Woziniak and Steve Jopps founded Apple Computers
    Important because it was the second famous operating system.