In 1956, Jay Forrester was issued a patent for computer core memory. Jay Forrester invented core memory in 1949. It became the dominant form of computer memory in the 1950s, and remained in use until the late 1970s. Learn more at http://inventors.about.com/library/inventors/blforrester.htm
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Whenever you open multiple instances of the same application in Windows 7 it will stack the Taskbar icons one behind the other with no textual indication. So, in order to switch between instances, you need to hover the mouse cursor over the icon to reveal
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Seems to be my time for new devices. I recently wrote about my experiences purchasing an eReader for the bride and now it’s the turn of the iPad. My eldest son got a brand new iPad 2 from Santa so he has given me his
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In 1998, Apple announced that it was discontinuing further development of the Newton operating system and Newton OS-based products. The MessagePad was the first in a series of Newton devices. A collaborative effort by Apple and Sharp, it weighed 1.4 lbs, had 640 KB of
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Jim tipped me off to this great promotion, so we should all be thanking him. He has a gift when it comes to finding free stuff! In celebration of adding its 100,000th user Cerberus is giving away its anti-theft program until March 1st. As our
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In 1935, Robert Watson-Watt first demonstrated RADAR (Radio Detection and Ranging). The demonstration was for the British Air Ministry. RADAR played an important role in saving Great Britain from defeat in World War II. Learn more at http://www.wired.com/science/discoveries/news/2008/02/dayintech_0226
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In 1837, the first U.S. electric printing press was patented by Thomas Davenport. Thomas Davenport designed a motor that was strong enough to run a small printing press in 1834. He later patented the motor in 1837. Read more about early applications of electricity at
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In 1955, Steve Jobs was born. Certainly in my lifetime, no one person has revolutionized so many different industries as Steve Jobs. Read more at https://davescomputertips.com/steve-jobs-a-revolutionary-man/
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Today would have been Steve Jobs’ 57th birthday. Certainly in my lifetime, no one person has revolutionized so many different industries as Steve Jobs. The personal computer, music, retail, movie, mobile phone, app and tablet industries were redefined by his insight, efforts and marketing skills.
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Market share percentages for the first month of 2012 reveal some interesting statistics, not the least of which is concerning major browsers. Google Chrome shows a decrease in market share for the first time since its inception 3 years ago. During that time Chrome has
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In 1987, Supernova 1987A was first seen. It was the first naked-eye supernova since 1604. Because of its relative proximity to Earth, Supernova 1987A is by far the best-studied supernova of all time. Learn more at http://heritage.stsci.edu/1999/04/sn1987anino.html
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For those not in the know – or living under a stump – there are websites on the internet that cater to a more adult clientele and the content that these sites provide is also one of the most sought out by internet users (I
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