Today in computer history: August 19th
Below are technology and computer-related events that happened on August 19th of every year during the evolution of computers. August 19th is the 232th day of 2024, which is a leap year. There are 134 days left in the year from this day.
118 years ago
Philo Farnsworth was born, an inventor and television pioneer. Died March 11, 1971 (Age: 64).
97 years ago
Bob Evans was born, a computer pioneer and corporate executive at IBM. Died September 2, 2004 (Age: 77).
90 years ago
Gordon Bell was born, an American computer engineer, manager, entrepreneur, and investor who oversaw the development of the VAX.
26 years ago
ATA-4 was approved by ANSI.
14 years ago
Intel purchased the company McAfee.
9 years ago
Microsoft discontinued the Microsoft Tags.
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