2001 Computing & Technology Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 11 Feb Anna Kournikova computer virus outbreak: A computer worm named after Russian tennis player Anna Kournikova was released, spreading rapidly via email attachments and causing widespread disruptions in email systems worldwide. source: washingtonpost.com
- 01 Jul Death of Nikolay Basov, renowned Russian physicist: Nikolay Basov, a prominent Russian physicist and Nobel laureate, passed away on July 1, 2001. He was known for his significant contributions to the field of quantum electronics and laser technology, which have had a lasting impact on modern physics and engineering. source: britannica.com
- 09 Jul DOE Laboratories Lead Supercomputing Technology: In July 2001, the U.S. Department of Energy's national laboratories, including Los Alamos and Lawrence Livermore, were at the forefront of supercomputing technology, developing some of the world's most powerful supercomputers for scientific research and national security applications. source: en.wikipedia.org
- 25 Jul Colored rain phenomenon in Kerala, India: On July 25, 2001, a rare phenomenon of colored rain was reported in Kerala, India, leading to widespread curiosity and scientific investigation. The event was attributed to the presence of certain minerals and particles in the atmosphere. source: bbc.com
- 01 Oct 3G Wireless Technology Launch in Japan: Japan launched its 3G wireless technology on October 1, 2001, marking a significant advancement in mobile telecommunications. This technology offered faster data transmission rates and improved mobile internet services, setting a precedent for future mobile networks worldwide. source: nytimes.com
- 07 Nov Concorde returns to commercial flight: On November 7, 2001, the Concorde supersonic passenger jet returned to commercial service after being grounded for several months due to safety concerns following the crash of Air France Flight 4590. source: bbc.com
- 10 Nov World Science Day for Peace and Development: Established by UNESCO in 2001, World Science Day for Peace and Development is celebrated annually on November 10. The day highlights the significant role of science in society and the need to engage the wider public in debates on emerging scientific issues. It also underscores the importance and relevance of science in our daily lives. source: unesco.org
- 13 Nov First Airbus A380 flight: On November 13, 2001, the first Airbus A380 flight took place, marking a significant milestone in aviation history. The A380 is known for being the world's largest passenger airliner. source: bbc.com
- 14 Dec Annular Solar Eclipse on December 14, 2001: An annular solar eclipse occurred on December 14, 2001, with a magnitude of 0.9681. The path of annularity was mostly over the Pacific Ocean, with the central shadow passing just south of Hawaii in the early morning and ending over Central America near sunset. A partial eclipse was visible for parts of North America, Central America, northwestern South America, and Hawaii. source: eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov
- 22 Dec First Cloned Pet Born: CC (Copy Cat), the first cloned pet, is born, marking a significant milestone in genetic science and animal cloning technology.
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