History of Computing - The Modern Era: Devin Shea

History

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What car company reshaped the car industry through its use of modern computers to enhance vehicular travel?

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200

When was the first ever laptop invented?

1981

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300

What percent of the worlds currency only exists on computers?

Approximately 90%

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400

When was the first virtual reality headset invented?

1968

500

Who organized the first ever Robot Battle competition?

Kelly Lockhart

Video Games

100

What is the most popular video game genre today?

Shooter Games

200

What is the best selling video game of all time?

Minecraft

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300

What was the first ever fps game called?

Maze War

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400

How many people worldwide play video games in 2022

Approximately 3.26 billion (41% of the worlds population)

500

Who invented Xbox and when?

2001 by Jonathan "Seamus" Blackley

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