Timeline computers 1960.neac2203

1960s Computer History

  • Quicksort Algorithm

    Quicksort Algorithm
    Tony Hoare
    An inventor that developed the machine that could sort algorithms quickly.
  • Atlas Computer

    Atlas Computer
    Tom Kilburn
    Created a virtual memory to use as storage capacity to change among different programs or users.
  • IBM 2315 Disk Cartridge

    IBM 2315 Disk Cartridge
    The disk provided a "personal storage" for small computers. It is intended to read and write functions on the disk.
  • Carterfone

    Carterfone
    It was used as communication from mobile radios to the telephone network. It later became an answering machine, faxes, and modems.
  • Tentacle Arm

    Tentacle Arm
    Marvin Minsky
    He invented a robotic arm that moves like an octopus. However, it had twelve joints that could maneuver around and lift heavy objects.