Historia y Impacto de la Computadora y la Internet

Study Notes

Historia de la Computadora

1822: Charles Babbage conceives the idea of the Analytical Engine, a mechanical computer
1940s: Development of the first electronic computers (ENIAC, UNIVAC)
1950s: Transistors replace vacuum tubes, making computers smaller and faster
1960s: Development of the microprocessor, leading to the creation of personal computers
1970s: Apple I and Apple II revolutionize the personal computer market
1980s: IBM PC and Microsoft Windows dominate the market
1990s: Internet becomes widely available, changing the way people interact with computers

Impacto de la Tecnología en la Sociedad

Economía:
- Automation replaces jobs, but creates new ones in tech industry
- Global connectivity increases trade and commerce
Comunicación:
- Internet and social media change the way people interact and access information
- Remote work and virtual communication become common
Educación:
- Online learning platforms and resources become widely available
- Access to information increases, but so does misinformation
Salud:
- Telemedicine and remote healthcare services become more prevalent
- Electronic health records improve patient care

Desarrollo de la Internet

1960s: ARPANET, the first operational packet switching network, is developed
1980s: Internet Protocol (IP) is adopted, allowing different networks to communicate
1990s: World Wide Web (WWW) is invented, making the internet accessible to the general public
2000s: Broadband internet becomes widely available, enabling faster connections
Present day: Internet of Things (IoT) and 5G networks continue to shape the internet's evolution

Influencia de la Tecnología en el Desarrollo de la Sociedad y la Cultura

Globalización:
- Increased connectivity and communication across cultures
- Global access to information and resources
** Cambio Cultural**:
- Shift from traditional to digital forms of communication and entertainment
- New forms of art, music, and literature emerge
Desarrollo Sostenible:
- Technology enables sustainable development and environmental monitoring
- Renewable energy sources and eco-friendly innovations become more prevalent
Desigualdad Digital:
- The digital divide widens, creating unequal access to technology and opportunities
- Efforts to increase digital literacy and inclusion are necessary

Description

Explore the history of computers and the internet, and how technology has impacted society, economy, education, and culture. From the development of the Analytical Engine to the Internet of Things, discover how technology has shaped our world.