From the invention of the transistor to the development of microprocessors, integrated circuits, and flash memory, these legends have transformed the way we live, work, and interact with technology.
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From the humble beginnings of the transistor to the era of ultra-miniaturized integrated circuits, this blog post embarks on a journey through the fascinating history of the semiconductor revolution.
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We delve deeply into ten pivotal milestones that have not only defined the trajectory of semiconductors but have also transformed the way we live, compute, and connect.
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VLSI began in the 1970s with the development of metal oxide semiconductor (MOS) integrated circuits. MOS chips were smaller and more efficient than earlier bipolar junction transistor (BJT) chips, and they allowed for the integration of more transistors on a single chip.
Major industry players such as Intel, AMD, HP, and Hitachi set up operations, with Intel pioneering the offshore assembly plant movement in Penang in 1972. As the semiconductor industry evolved, the Malaysian government formulated strategic plans and policies, adapting to changing global dynamics and competition from other East Asian countries.
A misinformed guidance counselor once told Jacobs that science and engineering held no promising future for him. If Jacobs had followed that advice, the world of wireless technology might look quite different today.
However, just as Intel had established dominance in the data center market, a new computing trend emerged—artificial intelligence (AI). AI tasks were a challenge for Intel's main chips, the central processing units (CPUs). CPUs were designed to be versatile, general-purpose workhorses, serving as the "brains" of computers and data centers. However, they weren't well-suited for AI's specific demands.