Today in computer history: August 30th
Below are technology and computer-related events that happened on August 30th of every year during the evolution of computers. August 30th is the 243th day of 2024, which is a leap year. There are 123 days left in the year from this day.
123 years ago
Hubert Cecil Booth receives a patent for the first powered vacuum cleaner.
117 years ago
Gordon Brown was born, who originated many of the concepts behind automatic-feedback control systems. Died August 23, 1996 (Age: 89).
117 years ago
John Mauchly was born, an American physicist who helped develop the ENIAC, EDVAC, BINAC, and UNIVAC I. Died January 8, 1980 (Age: 73).
70 years ago
Guy Kawasaki was born, a silicon valley venture capitalist, author, and Apple Fellow.
64 years ago
Mochio Umeda was born, a Japanese IT enterprise management consultant, author, and one of the most well-known commentators on IT.
18 years ago
The Microsoft XNA tool set was released.
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