Computer Chronicles - S07E15: Optical Storage
As we entered the 1990's, the big technology news was the move from magnetic storage to optical storage. It was the year of multimedia and the CD-ROM. This program looks at several applications including Grolier Encyclopedia, PC Globe, Headstart III, PC Splash, The Listening Booth, USA Travel, PLV, the NEC Portable CD-ROM CDR-35, the Sony rewritable optical disc Drive SMO-S501, and the video laser disc application "Advanced Combat Trauma Life Support". Also a look at the CD Interactive (CDI) and Digital Video Interactive (DVI) platforms. Originally broadcast in 1990. http://archive.org/details/CC715_optical_storage
Cast: Stewart Cheifet, Gary Kildall
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Computer Chronicles S07E15 Synopsis
Computer Chronicles "Optical Storage" is part of the 1337x catalog. Originally aired on 1990-02-08, this episode is part of Season 7 of Computer Chronicles. Featuring performances from Stewart Cheifet, Gary Kildall among the cast. With a runtime of 30m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Talk series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. As we entered the 1990's, the big technology news was the move from magnetic storage to optical storage. It was the year of multimedia and the CD-ROM. This program looks at several applications including Grolier Encyclopedia, PC Globe, Headstart III,...
