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Sep 11, 2024 | 
history-computer.com | Nate Williams
CDs, DVDs, Blu-rays, 4K UHDs. It’s difficult to imagine a world without an extensive collection of discs on our shelves. That was the reality before LaserDisc, though. As the first instance of a commercialized disc storage medium, LaserDisc took the size of a vinyl record and the function of a DVD and made them into one. However, LaserDisc was not nearly as successful as either of these home media formats. Release Date11/12/1978Original Price$100As a matter of fact, LaserDisc failed spectacularly.
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Apr 15, 2024 | 
history-computer.com | David Beren |Nate Williams |Christa Thomas |Sharon Goldman
When it comes to protecting your home, you want the very best defenses against all threats. One of the best protection measures is the use of home security cameras. Protecting both the inside of your home and outside, security cameras add a lot of peace of mind. The only caveat is that you have to make sure you select the right home security camera brand. Unfortunately, not all home security cameras are created equal so stick with these brands for all of your purchases.
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Apr 14, 2024 | 
history-computer.com | Liam Frady |Nate Williams |David Beren |Tyler Von Harz
How has music listening changed over the years? Listening to music on a personal device is always a small thrill. However, things have changed greatly since the introduction of devices that could play back music. Today’s guide takes a longing look back to yesteryear and some of the common devices you might have seen when listening to your favorite songs. Before vinyl or any other portable home player, you might see a phonograph.
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Apr 14, 2024 | 
history-computer.com | David Beren |Liam Frady |Tyler Von Harz |Nate Williams
As much as we have tried to give ourselves over to technology, sometimes, the simple thing is just better. Even though there is no question that high-tech can be incredibly valuable, simple products are often all that we need. Some examples are reading a paper book rather than an e-book or using a paper calendar over a digital one. In examples like these, low-tech simple products often beat high-tech complicated ones.
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Apr 14, 2024 | 
history-computer.com | David Beren |Nate Williams |Liam Frady |Rebecca Bales
In the 1980s, long before the time of smartphones and contact lists, kids had to memorize important phone numbers. Of course, every child should know 911 but what about numbers in addition to that? As much as it might surprise you to remember, there were phone numbers for just about everything in the 1980s. Hotlines for weather, traffic, movie times, and so much more were commonplace. With this in mind, let’s take a look at some phone numbers kids needed to memorize when they were younger.
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Apr 14, 2024 | 
history-computer.com | Liam Frady |Rebecca Bales |Joanna Redmond |Nate Williams
Do you remember where your teen hangouts were? The passage of time is a fun one, especially when looking at how much things have changed since we were teens. Today’s list takes a look back at those familiar old haunts where you used to waste away the hours with your friends. Being a teen has vastly changed with the advent of social media, so this is a list without smartphones. These were popular teen hangouts for several decades.
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Apr 13, 2024 | 
history-computer.com | David Beren |Luxia Le |Nate Williams |Liam Frady
As cable continues to fight against streaming, momentum continues to be on the side of the streamers. The rise of streaming television services like YouTube TV has shown that cable is struggling to keep its chokehold on the industry. The rise of new platforms combined with streaming services like Netflix is forcing cable to react. However, if you want to cut the cord for good and ditch the contract, there are plenty of great streaming TV services for your money.
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Apr 13, 2024 | 
history-computer.com | David Beren |Joanna Redmond |Nate Williams |Marc Storch
While today’s kids are almost solely reliant on tablets for fun, this wasn’t always the case. Long before tablets, kids played board and card games, and, gasp, even played outside. Today, kids are stuck in front of screens and instead of playing with someone in person, all playtime is virtual. With this in mind, let’s look back on better times and the games kids played before screens were everywhere. Checkers remains a beloved game that makes you think and try to out-strategize your opponent.
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Apr 13, 2024 | 
history-computer.com | Liam Frady |Nate Williams |David Beren |Steve McGarvey
How can you make a computer last years longer? Let’s face it, the modern world requires constant use of a computer. It can’t always make good financial sense to upgrade when things start to get sluggish. Thankfully, you’re in luck, as servicing computers is my bread and butter. It is time to dive in and take a closer look at my biggest tips for guaranteeing your computer’s longevity. One of the biggest things you can do to make a computer last years longer is simply cleaning it.
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Apr 12, 2024 | 
history-computer.com | Liam Frady |Nate Williams |David Beren |Sarah Linn
What old vending machines do boomers remember using? Vending machines aren’t quite as popular now as they were back in the day. Typically, if I’m after a cup of coffee or a sandwich, I’ll just go inside a cafe and get them. Still, you have to admire the ingenuity behind such enterprises. Today’s guide takes a closer look at some pieces of tech you might not expect. We’re starting our tour of old vending machines with a rather iconic pair.
