Today in computer history: January 15th

Below are technology and computer-related events that happened on January 15th of every year during the evolution of computers. January 15th is the 15th day of 2024, which is a leap year. There are 351 days left in the year from this day.

Samuel Caldwell pictureJanuary 15, 1904
120 years ago

Samuel Caldwell was born, an American electrical engineer known for his pioneering work with early computers. Died October 12, 1960 (Age: 56).

William Lowe pictureJanuary 15, 1941
83 years ago

William Lowe was born, an American businessman who managed the team that developed the first IBM personal computer. Died October 19, 2013 (Age: 72).

Bruce Schneier pictureJanuary 15, 1963
61 years ago

Bruce Schneier was born, an American computer security specialist, cryptographer, and writer.

CompanyJanuary 15, 2001
23 years ago

Wikipedia was founded.

IntelJanuary 15, 2006
18 years ago

Intel introduces Viiv.

CompanyJanuary 15, 2016
8 years ago

Microsemi acquired PMC-Sierra.

Computer, Computer security, Early computer, IBM, Intel, Microsemi, Personal computer, PMC-Sierra, Sierra, Team, Viiv, Wikipedia

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