Throwback to 1988

In 1988, the entertainment scene was totally lit! Some of the most groovy movies of the year were “Rain Man” and “Die Hard”, which had everyone totally stoked. On the tube, peeps were totally digging “Roseanne” and “Murphy Brown”, and let’s not forget about the pop music hits like “Sweet Child o’ Mine” by Guns N’ Roses and “Every Rose Has Its Thorn” by Poison. It was like, totally tubular, dude!

1988

Interesting stats

Average cost of a new house

$ 68,714

Average cost of a new car

$ 7,210

Average annual income

$ 19,170

1988

Notable invention

The Rise of the Internet Virus: Unveiling the Morris Worm

In 1988, grad student Robert Morris unveiled the groundbreaking internet virus known as the Morris worm, which exposed the vulnerabilities in remotely connected computers. This invention served as a crucial wake-up call for the cybersecurity industry, highlighting the potential risks and consequences of unsecure networks. The Morris worm brought to light the importance of implementing robust security measures and prompted a reevaluation of the ways in which data and information are accessed and protected online. Its impact continues to resonate today, as it laid the foundation for advancements in cybersecurity technology and practices. Morris’s invention revolutionized our understanding of internet security, serving as a pivotal moment in the history of digital protection.