Inventioneering the Personal Computer
January 04, 2023 • EPISODE 152
Step back in time with Roger Billings in this episode of Science LIVE. Learn about the tiny but mighty microprocessors that led to the personal computer revolution and how people thought it crazy when Dr. Billings predicted personal computers for all. Hear his story of creating the Billings Computer and his vision of connecting all computers into one big network – which we now call the internet! Whether you’re into tech history or dreaming about what you might invent, this episode will show you how one big idea can change the world!
About DrB
Dr. Roger Billings is a visionary innovator whose work has touched the lives of millions of students and transformed the landscape of education. Widely known as “DrB” to the countless kids who benefit from his groundbreaking Acellus learning system, Dr. Billings has dedicated his life to advancing education through technology.
As part of DrB’s lifelong commitment to supporting education, Science LIVE was launched as a way to “give back” by mentoring students in conjunction with the Roger Billings Scholarship Program.
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I’ve come back to say aluminum isn’t a metal. The I’m saying that is because, Magnets r attracted to anything that is metal. Magnets aren’t attracted to aluminum. I thought my silverware was aluminum til I found magnets pulled towards my spoon when I was having cereal.
How much is aluminum used today?
It’s interesting how aluminum was more valuable product then gold back then.