history of computing

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The history of computing tag on WindowsForum.com covers milestones that shaped the technology we use today. Recent discussions include the release of the Altair BASIC source code by Bill Gates, marking Microsoft's 50th anniversary and highlighting how a 150-page Intel 8080 assembly program sparked a tech revolution. Another thread humorously explores early portable computers as "laptops of the ancient world." These conversations connect past innovations to modern computing, offering insights into the evolution of software, hardware, and the industry itself.

  1. Altair BASIC Source Code Release: Microsoft’s 50-Year Journey from Past to Present

    Bill Gates’ recent unveiling of the Altair BASIC source code isn’t just a trip down memory lane—it’s a full-blown time capsule opening that bridges Microsoft’s humble origins with its cutting-edge present. In a celebration that coincides with the company’s 50th anniversary, Gates, reflecting on...
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    • altair basic assembly language bill gates history of computing microsoft personal computing software development source code tech innovation
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    • Forum: Windows News

  2. VIDEO Laptops of the Ancient World

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    • ancient technology history of computing laptop retro computing
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    • Forum: The Water Cooler