Today in computer history: November 8th
Below are technology and computer-related events that happened on November 8th of every year during the evolution of computers. November 8th is the 313th day of 2024, which is a leap year. There are 53 days left in the year from this day.
129 years ago
Wilhelm Rontgen discovers X-rays.
110 years ago
George Dantzig was born, a mathematical scientist best known for linear programming. Died May 13, 2005 (Age: 91).
106 years ago
Hermann Zapf was born, a German typeface designer whose work includes Palatino and Optima typefaces. Died June 4, 2015 (Age: 96).
101 years ago
Jack Kilby was born, an inventor of the integrated circuit, microchip, and the thermal printer. Died June 20, 2005 (Age: 82).
70 years ago
William Joy was born, a co-founder of Sun Microsystems, helped with the development of BSD, and original author of vi.
59 years ago
Robert Morris was born, best known for creating the Morris Worm, the first Internet worm.
38 years ago
Aaron Swartz was born, an American computer programmer, writer, and Internet activist. Died January 11, 2013 (Age: 26).
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