Today in computer history: January 11th
Below are technology and computer-related events that happened on January 11th of every year during the evolution of computers. January 11th is the 11th day of 2024, which is a leap year. There are 355 days left in the year from this day.
122 years ago
The first issue of Popular Mechanics was published.
94 years ago
Einar Stefferud was born, an Internet pioneer, entrepreneur, and computer researcher, who helped develop the Internet. Died September 22, 2011 (Age: 81).
90 years ago
Charles Hoare was born, the computer scientist who developed the Quicksort algorithm.
53 years ago
The term 'Silicon Valley' appeared in print for the first time.
40 years ago
Matt Mullenweg was born, an American online social media entrepreneur and founding developer of WordPress.
19 years ago
Apple introduced the Mac Mini.
7 years ago
Norway became the first country to start switching off FM Radio and switching to DAB.
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