Generation X (jul 1, 1965 – jul 1, 1981)
Description:
People born after the year 1965 and before the year 1981. Most likely Generation Z's parents.Communication
-computers were invented
-Fax machine: delivery was immediate.
-push button phone replaced rotary phone
-Intel: first general microprocessor
Interaction
-Electrical typewriters
-teletype for deaf or hearing impaired
-telephones made specifically for hospitals
-Ink jet printer made for writing letters
Gain Knowledge
-Access to the internet via computer
-colored television
-walkman used to listen to music
-The CD
Added to timeline:
Date:
jul 1, 1965
jul 1, 1981
~ 16 years