Norman Abramson

Norman Abramson is a pioneer in the field of computer networking and applied sciences. He is best known for leading the development of ALOHAnet, one of the first wireless packet networks in the early 1970s. This innovative system allowed computers to communicate over radio frequencies, laying the groundwork for modern wireless communication, including Wi-Fi and mobile networks. Abramson's work demonstrated how technology could democratize access to information, making it easier for people to connect and share resources, ultimately influencing the way we interact with technology today.