Ward Christensen, Early Visionary of Social Media, Dies at 78
Published On Oct 21, 2024, 5:31 PM
Ward Christensen, a computer scientist who created the first online bulletin board in 1978, passed away at 78 due to a heart attack. He developed the system during a blizzard, collaborating with Randy Suess. This innovative platform allowed users to share messages and information electronically, paving the way for future social media and messaging services.
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