Origins of the Modern PC

Homncruse writes "ComputerWorld dispels myths about the history of modern day computers — or, more appropriately, the invention of the first microprocessor. Contrary to popular belief, 'the [Intel] 8008 was not actually derived from the 4004 — they were separate projects.' In fact, the 8008 concept didn't originate from Intel (though they were eventually granted IP rights.) The article goes on to explain the events leading up to the invention and first intended use of the 8008 (a predecessor to the 8086, etc.), and how Intel was initially uneasy about the venture."

Comments

First!

[Anonymous Coward]

Processor that is!

Curse?

[BitterOldGUy]

Roche died in a car accident in 1975, Ray died in 1987, and Noyce died in 1990. Frassanito left Datapoint to set up his own firm in 1975 and worked on the space shuttle and space station projects, among other things.

Coincidence? I think not! There's some sort of curse going on with that computer and I predict that, sooner or later, everyone associated with that project will die!

I know it's hard to believe, but I am clairvoyant.

I refuse to read the article

[Rik Sweeney]

I refuse to read the article because it goes against my creationist beliefs.

How dare you suggest that the x86 evolved from the 8008. Me and my other enlightened brothers believe that the x86 was created by the supreme BG (MBWH*) who resides in MS, a utopia where all processors will eventually return to.

*Megahertz Be With Him

Re:Wang Labs

[Anonymous Coward]

What are you doing with your Wang?

4004

[Anonymous Coward]

4004: Lineage not found.

The Internet-optimised 8008

[ksd1337]

And from the Intel 8008, the 8008135 was created. It was optimized for Internet use.

Re:Water also has the advantage

[JLF65]

Non-toxic?!? You clearly don't understand the dangers of dihydrogen monoxide!!

http://www.dhmo.org/