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TCP/IP Protocol Suite
The Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) suite of protocols was developed in the 1980s and became the foundation for the modern internet. This set of protocols enabled data to be transmitted between different types of computers and networks, laying the groundwork for the global internet we know today. -
IBM PC (Personal Computer)
The release of the IBM PC in 1981 marked the beginning of the personal computer revolution. It featured an open architecture that allowed for expansion and customization, and it ran on Microsoft's MS-DOS operating system. The IBM PC set a standard for compatibility and became the foundation for the modern PC industry. -
CD-ROM (Compact Disc Read-Only Memory)
The introduction of the CD-ROM in 1982 brought a significant advancement in data storage and distribution. These optical discs could store large amounts of data, including software, multimedia, and educational content. CD-ROMs became a standard medium for software distribution and multimedia applications. -
PostScript Language
Adobe Systems introduced the PostScript page description language in 1982. It revolutionized the printing industry by allowing documents to be described in a device-independent manner. PostScript enabled high-quality printing and was instrumental in the development of desktop publishing and graphic design. -
Apple Macintosh
Apple's Macintosh, introduced in 1984, was a groundbreaking computer with a graphical user interface (GUI) and a mouse, making it much more user-friendly than its text-based predecessors. The Macintosh popularized the concept of WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) and played a pivotal role in the development of desktop publishing.