Today in computer history: December 19th
Below are technology and computer-related events that happened on December 19th of every year during the evolution of computers. December 19th is the 354th day of 2024, which is a leap year. There are 12 days left in the year from this day.
December 19, 1901123 years ago
Rudolf Hell was born, German electrical engineering and inventor of an apparatus called the Hellschreiber, an early forerunner to the fax machine. Died March 11, 2002 (Age: 101).
December 19, 196361 years ago
Hans Reiser was born, an American computer programmer, creator of ReiserFS computer file system and convicted murderer.
December 19, 197450 years ago
Altair 8800 kits start going on sale.
December 19, 200222 years ago
Microsoft introduces DirectX 9.
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