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The 10 most significant tech products released in 1995

By Jonathan Greig June 12, 2020, 1:26 PM PDT

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Java was born 25 years ago, and there were a number of significant technology releases that came out in 1995. Many had a lasting impact on industry and business. This gallery shows 10 of the most significant.

SEE: Java’s 25th birthday prompts a look at which tech products have survived since 1995 (TechRepublic)

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SEE: Java’s 25th birthday prompts a look at which tech products have survived since 1995 (TechRepublic)

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SEE: Java’s 25th birthday prompts a look at which tech products have survived since 1995 (TechRepublic)

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SEE: Java’s 25th birthday prompts a look at which tech products have survived since 1995 (TechRepublic)

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Altavista

SEE: Java’s 25th birthday prompts a look at which tech products have survived since 1995 (TechRepublic)

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Classmates

SEE: Java’s 25th birthday prompts a look at which tech products have survived since 1995 (TechRepublic)

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