Today in computer history: October 3rd
Below are technology and computer-related events that happened on October 3rd of every year during the evolution of computers. October 3rd is the 277th day of 2024, which is a leap year. There are 89 days left in the year from this day.
October 3, 192896 years ago
Bernard Galler was born, an American mathematician and computer scientist who worked in developing large-scale operating systems and computer languages. Died September 4, 2006 (Age: 78).
October 3, 198935 years ago
The SimCity game was released by Maxis.
October 3, 194777 years ago
John Barlow was born, an American poet, essayist, and founding member of the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF). Died February 7, 2018 (Age: 70).
October 3, 200222 years ago
PayPal was acquired by eBay.
October 3, 20168 years ago
Avast announced it had acquired a majority stake in AVG and would start operating as a single company.
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