Leo Laporte and the Birth of TWiT: How a Tech Broadcaster Helped Shape Internet Culture
If you’re a fan of technology news and commentary, chances are you’ve heard of TWiT. This Week in Tech, or TWiT for short, is a podcast network founded by Leo…
How big was the Segway hype?
The Segway was introduced in December 2001 as a new mode of transportation that promised to revolutionize the way we move around cities. It was touted as a solution to…
Is the IBM PCjr the most unpopular computer ever made?
Computers have come a long way since their inception, with advancements in technology making them faster, more powerful, and more efficient than ever before. However, not every computer has been…
Did Apple really launch a failed social media platform?
In 2010, Apple decided to dip its toes into the social media world by launching Ping, a music-focused social network integrated into the iTunes software. It was supposed to be…
Transistors in simple terms
A transistor is a tiny electronic component that can be found in almost every electronic device. It’s like a traffic cop that controls the flow of electricity through a circuit.…
Did the first demo of USB by Bill Gates crash?
Remember the days when connecting devices to your computer was a frustrating experience involving multiple cables, adapters, and software installations? Fortunately, we now have the Universal Serial Bus (USB), a…
Did Andy Warhol design the Amiga Workbench interface?
The Amiga was developed by a company called Amiga Corporation, which was founded in 1982 by a group of former Atari engineers. After a series of financial struggles, Amiga Corporation…
Did Aussies really invent Wifi?
Did you know that your ability to binge-watch your favorite show on Netflix or stream your favorite songs on Spotify is thanks in part to an Australian invention? That’s right…
What Hard Drive Interface Came Before SATA and Why It’s Making a Comeback
The Serial ATA (SATA) interface has been the standard interface for hard drives since its introduction in 2003. However, before SATA, there were several other interfaces that were used to…
Was the original MacBook Air kind of a big deal?
The original MacBook Air, released in January 2008, was a groundbreaking product that revolutionized the laptop industry. At the time, it was the thinnest and lightest laptop on the market,…