Tag: technology history
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Steve Jobs’ Bow Ties and Early Apple Items Hit Auction, as Apple Advances Its Manufacturing Initiatives
Overview: A Glimpse into Apple’s Humble Beginnings Two striking threads are weaving through the tech world this season: a high-profile auction of Steve Jobs’ early Apple items, including some of his distinctive bow ties, and a surge of insider activity around Apple’s manufacturing initiatives. The juxtaposition offers a rare look at how far the company…
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Steve Jobs-Era Apple Items Auction Hits Headlines as Bow Ties Enter the Auction Block
Auction Spotlight: Steve Jobs-Era Apple Items and Iconic Bow Ties In a rare convergence of tech history and fashion, items from Steve Jobs’s early Apple days—and even his distinctive bow ties—are heading to auction. The sale promises a rare window into the wearable and hardware era that helped launch a global technology revolution. Collectors, historians,…
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Virus Málaga: How a Spanish Virus Brought Google to Málaga
Opening the Mystery: A Virus with a Name and a Map In the quiet corridors of a university in southern Spain, a curious piece of software—Virus Málaga—existed for years as a footnote in the history of cybersecurity. It was never meant to be a modern pest, yet its simple code would ripple through decades, eventually…
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Was the QR code invention inspired by a board game? QuickCheck reveals the origin
QuickCheck Verdict: True In today’s fast-paced, scan-driven world, QR codes are everywhere—from concert tickets to restaurant menus. Yet a popular question persists: was the QR code invention actually inspired by a board game? The answer, according to the QuickCheck verdict, is true. The story blends history, engineering goals, and a touch of playful analogy—all contributing…
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The Evolution of Storage: From Floppy Disks to Modern Media
Introduction to Storage Technology The world of data storage has undergone a remarkable transformation since its inception. From the early days of punch cards to today’s advanced solid-state drives, each innovation has paved the way for increased reliability and capacity in data storage solutions. The First 8-Inch Floppy Disk Introduced around 1972, the 8-inch floppy…