Today in computer history: December 10th

Below are technology and computer-related events that happened on December 10th of every year during the evolution of computers. December 10th is the 345th day of 2024, which is a leap year. There are 21 days left in the year from this day.

Joe Ossanna pictureDecember 10, 1928
96 years ago

Joe Ossanna was born, an electrical engineer and computer programmer known for his work with Unix operation system. Died November 28, 1977 (Age: 48).

David Warthen pictureDecember 10, 1957
67 years ago

David Warthen was born, American technologist and co-founder of Ask Jeeves.

ComputerDecember 10, 1993
31 years ago

Id Software releases DOOM, considered the turning point for first person shooters (FPS) games and computer games in general.

CompanyDecember 10, 1997
27 years ago

Creative Technology Ltd acquired Ensoniq.

CompanyDecember 10, 1997
27 years ago

Micropolis went out of business.

MovieDecember 10, 2016
8 years ago

The movie Hidden Figures was released.

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