Today in computer history: August 9th
Below are technology and computer-related events that happened on August 9th of every year during the evolution of computers. August 9th is the 222th day of 2024, which is a leap year. There are 144 days left in the year from this day.
August 9, 1859165 years ago
The elevator was patented.
August 9, 192599 years ago
David Huffman was born, a computer science pioneer known for his Huffman coding. Died October 7, 1999 (Age: 74).
August 9, 192797 years ago
Marvin Minsky was born, the cognitive scientist, philosopher, and AI specialist. Died January 24, 2016 (Age: 88).
August 9, 194183 years ago
Alfred Aho was born, a Canadian computer scientist and author known for the Aho-Corasick string matching algorithm.
August 9, 199925 years ago
AMD introduces the AMD Athlon processors.
August 9, 201311 years ago
Google Latitude was discontinued.
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