David Beren, Author for History-Computer

David has been writing for History-Computer since 2021, but has worked in digital media for well over a decade. He’s a resident of South Florida, David enjoys retro gaming, cruising, and his home state’s sunny weather. Favorite Historical Periods: American Revolution and the Digital Age Favorite Historical Sites: Boston, MA and Philadelphia, PA (due to their importance during the Revolution) Favorite Historical Figure: Ben Franklin

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Tech Time Capsule: 1980s Computer Setup

Published: by David Beren

The world of computers in the 1980s feels like a time capsule compared to today’s light and thin machines. Long […]

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These Early Systems Shaped the Web

Updated: by David Beren

When you think about how to communicate on today’s internet, places like Reddit and online forums are key. Unlike social […]

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The Evolution of Computer Storage from the 70s to Today

Updated: by David Beren

If you have ever owned a computer, especially over previous decades, you know that the type of storage used has […]

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Microsoft Windows Guide: History, Origin, and More

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The history of Microsoft Windows is one of the most important tech stories of the modern age. This operating system […]

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Macintosh by Apple – Complete History of Mac Computers

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In the history of computers, few are as memorable and as important to a company’s history as that of the […]

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Osborne 1: Everything You Need to Know

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When you consider that many people are likely reading this on a laptop today, the history of computers as portable machines […]

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Modern Computer Keyboard: Everything You Need to Know

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Few accessories have proven as essential and critical as the keyboard over the history of the personal computer. Today, having […]

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Napster Guide: History, Origin, and More

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Looking back to 1999 brings us to the story of Shawn Fanning and Sean Parker, who didn’t know exactly how at […]

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Skype Guide: History, Origin, and More

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When you think about video chat in the workplace these days, there is little question that Zoom and Microsoft Teams […]

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The History of the Modern CPU

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: The modern CPU or Central Processing Unit is basically the “brain” of a computer. It is responsible for […]

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