mar 1, 1958 - RCA introduces its Model 501 transistorized computer
Description:
The 501 is built on a 'building block' concept which allows it to be highly flexible for many different uses and could simultaneously control up to 63 tape drives—very useful for large databases of information. For many business users, quick access to this huge storage capability outweighed its relatively slow processing speed. Customers included US military as well as industry.Added to timeline:
Date:
mar 1, 1958
Now
~ 67 years ago