The First Standard
Standardization derives from the need to create a community that enhances not only the needs of an individual but all other contributing members. While standardization […]
Technological History
Invention of the Backspace Key
This early advertisement for the IBM Correcting Selectric II typewriter appeared on televisions in 1973. It demonstrates a typewriter that made use of a rotating […]
Blu-ray vs HD DVD: Standard Format War
The first high-definition televisions were released in 1998, but they didn’t gain popularity until the 2000s after becoming more affordable. During this time, in response […]
VHS vs Betamax: Standard Format War
The story of the format war between the VHS and Betamax standards begins in 1971, when Sony invented the U-matic, the first closed case video […]
Smart Manufacturing – The Fourth Industrial Revolution?
Smart Manufacturing has been dubbed the Fourth Industrial Revolution, since in recent years it has been modernizing industrial practices and has the potential to go […]
Western Union Sends Last Telegram – 10th Anniversary
Western Union sent it’s last telegram January 27, 2006. In its day, a telegram was faster than Pony Express and cheaper than long distance telephone. […]
Evolution of Video Game Controller Design
Video games, like most other forms of entertainment and technology, have immensely improved throughout their relatively recent history, generally taking what has worked well in […]
Standardization of Keyboard Layouts
Having a standardized layout for keyboards is essential for maintaining interoperability among different types of computers and typing inputs. This is something that is even […]