Today in computer history: January 14th
Below are technology and computer-related events that happened on January 14th of every year during the evolution of computers. January 14th is the 14th day of 2024, which is a leap year. There are 352 days left in the year from this day.
January 14, 1787237 years ago
Semen Korsakov was born, a Russian government official, homeopath, and inventor known for his early involvement in information technology. Died December 1, 1853 (Age: 66).
January 14, 1914110 years ago
Thomas Watson, Jr. was born, Jr. an American businessman, political figure, and philanthropist and 2nd president of IBM. Died December 31, 1993 (Age: 79).
January 14, 1919105 years ago
Nathan Rochester was born, a designer of the IBM 701, programmer of the first assembler, and helped create the artificial intelligence field. Died June 8, 2001 (Age: 82).
January 14, 200915 years ago
Nortel Networks Inc. and fourteen of its subsidiaries filed for bankruptcy.
January 14, 20168 years ago
Nokia takes control of Alcatel to form the company Alcatel-Lucent.
January 14, 20204 years ago
Microsoft Windows 7 reached EOL (end-of-life).
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