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The first machine that actually approximated the idea of a computer. The machine was called the "Difference Engine"
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Several machines had been built which rivaled the Analytical Engine in complexity.
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Lee De Forest invented the electric tube.
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A computer developed at Harvard University by Howard H. Aiken was the first programmed controlled calculator. Very close to a fully operated computer.
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Development of transistor.
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Microprocessors were developed.
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they were developed
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Cray 1 was discovered
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The Commodore Business Machines introduced their first personal computer.
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Apple II released.
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They introduced a new computer called the TRS-80. It was less expensive than the Apple computer.
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Intel introduced the 8086 microprocessor.
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It was the most popular computer sold through out the 1970-1980's.
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IMB asked Microsoft to help with the new invention of the PC. They agreed and it became one of the most popular products in the world.
