The Evolution of PC Technology
Presented by Gary Coy and Edwin Davidson

Computers have evolved and advanced immensely in the decades since they first became available. They are smaller, faster, and far more powerful than ever before. Each one of us clearly and fondly remembers our first PC. We no longer have to rely on a university or employer to provide access. We now own and use several of these electronic brains on a regular basis.

Specs on the MITS Altair 680 that launched DMA in 1976:
CPU: Motorola / AMS 6800 @ 500kHz
Memory: 1K bytes (1024 bytes) of RAM
OS: None
I/O: Full front panel RS232/current loop serial I/O
Bus: None
Kit form: $293.00 ($345.00 after 12/31/1975)

Gary and Edwin plan to walk us through the major technological advances that have enabled the powerful machines we have today and examine some of the trends we should see in the near future.

Gary Coy is a trustee and current president of DMA. He has worked in the electronic and computer industries for over 20 years, while at the same time running a computer repair business. He has been a member of DMA for over 10 years, serving as an officer, trustee, and frequent presenter. Gary is currently VP of the NASAC computer user group in Xenia, Ohio. He currently works for the Speedway Corporation where he started as a repair technician and now holds the position of customer service claims specialist. Gary serves his community as a volunteer and part-time EMT and offers computer tech support through his company, “Gary’s Computers”.

Edwin Davidson is a trustee and current vice president of DMA. He has been working in and around the media for more than 40 years, including two Academy Award nominated films in 1983. Producing videos, slide shows and writing shows since the 1990s, he can work in front of the cameras or behind the scenes in many capacities. Currently self employed as a producer, Ed’s skills include lighting, photography, and writing.

Our meeting starts at 7:00 pm. DMA members will receive an invite by email for Zoom. Others may request an invite using http://www.dma1.org/contact us/ Or… join us at TJ CHUMPS, 7050 Executive Blvd, Huber Heights OH