Dr. Roger Billings tells the inside story of how full duplex gigabit Ethernet was invented, rejected at IEEE standards meetings, and eventually became the global standard behind modern internet.
Episodes
The Collision Problem That Crippled Ethernet (And How We Solved It)
How do computers share data? Learn how Ethernet works, why packet collisions crashed early networks, and how one invention changed everything.
How a Fishing Trip Helped Edison Invent the Lightbulb
What does a fishing trip have to do with inventing the light bulb? More than you’d ever imagine.
Thomas Edison is one of the most famous inventors in history — but most people have never heard the real story behind his greatest invention.
The Invention that Made the Internet Possible
In 1978, Dr. Roger Billings invented Universal Networking — the foundational technology behind how the modern internet shares information. In this episode of ScienceLive, he tells the complete story for the first time, in his own words.
How to Win the Science Fair
This complete step-by-step video shows you exactly how to choose a winning project, do powerful research, build a standout presentation, and give yourself the best possible chance of taking home the prize.
Inventioneering with Microcontroller
Learn the fundamentals of microcontrollers and how to apply them in real-world projects.
The Amazing Arduino
Discover how Arduino goes beyond a microcontroller—powering robotics, smart devices, and real-world STEM projects that turn ideas into reality.
The Billings Computer
How was the first personal computer created? Explore the Intel 4004 and how early microprocessors paved the way for today’s computers.
IC – Divide by 3
How can tiny transistors do math? Learn how integrated circuits use logic gates to divide, multiply, and power today’s powerful computers.