Random Computer Facts

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    In 1956, the IBM 350 hard disk drive had 3.75 MB of storage, weighed over 2000 lbs, had to be moved around with forklifts, and was delivered via large cargo airplanes.
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    The first webcam was used in 1991 by Cambridge researchers for checking the coffee pot without leaving their desks.
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    90% of people sit at their computer desk slouching, supporting their head with their left hand.
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    A singing birthday card has more computing power than the allied forces in 1945.
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    Cloud Computing
    Cloud Computing
    In 2012, a national survey found that 51% of people thought stormy weather affected cloud computing.
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    Dvorak Keyboard
    Dvorak Keyboard
    The Dvorak keyboard is estimated to be 12 to 20 times more efficient than the QWERTY keyboard.
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    The use of emoticons affects our corresponding brain areas and can actually trigger emotions.
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    In 1989, a British company made a laptop with a graphical user interface, a 60 hour battery life, SSD storage, and a touchpad.
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