Day in Tech History

Microsoft

2001 – The reason why I decided to highlight this event is to make you aware that Tablets are not a new thing. Computer companies have been trying to perfect the tablet for many years. in 2001, for example, Microsoft CEO Bill Gates introduces the Tablet PC initiative. Using a Crusoe processor and the XP OS, he shows off a touch screen with Microsoft Notebook handwriting recognition software. This 3 pound revolution weighed only 3 lbs and would cost the average consumer $2,000 – 3,500.

Wikazine – Full show notes for March 26

• First World Altair Computer Convention is held in New Mexico.
• Kevin Mitnick pleads guilty
• Dr. Who comes back out of mothballs.

• Microsoft aiming for October 2012 release of Windows 8, tablets and PCs on deck (engadget.com)
• January 21: Kevin Mitnick Uses the Internet (dayintechhistory.com)
• Microsoft’s Last CES? (geeknewscentral.com)