Today in computer history: April 5th
Below are technology and computer-related events that happened on April 5th of every year during the evolution of computers. April 5th is the 96th day of 2024, which is a leap year. There are 270 days left in the year from this day.
April 5, 1911113 years ago
Cuthbert Hurd was born, a computer scientist who helped IBM develop the first general-purpose computer. Died 1996 (Age: 85).
April 5, 195272 years ago
John Dvorak was born, an American columnist and broadcasters in the areas of technology and computing.
April 5, 196262 years ago
Dan Farmer was born, an American computer security researcher who created Security Administrator Tool for Analyzing Networks (SATAN).
April 5, 200618 years ago
Apple announces Boot Camp, which will allow users to run Windows XP, Vista, and 7 on their computers.
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