Computer Chronicles

Overview

The Computer Chronicles was an American television series, broadcast during 1981-2002 on Public Broadcasting Service public television, which documented the rise of the personal computer from its infancy to the immense market at the turn of the 21st century. The series was created in the Fall of 1981, by Stewart Cheifet, then the station manager of the College of San Mateo's KCSM-TV, initially broadcast as a local weekly series. Jim Warren was its founding host for its 1981-1982 season. It aired continuously from 1981 to 2002 with Cheifet co-hosting most of its later seasons. Gary Kildall served as co-host for six years providing insights and commentary on products as well as discussions on the future of the ever-expanding personal computer sphere.

Seasons

Season 1

26 Episodes•1984

Season 2

26 Episodes•1985

Season 3

26 Episodes•1985•

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Season 4

34 Episodes•1986

Season 5

26 Episodes•1987

Season 6

23 Episodes•1988

Season 7

26 Episodes•1989

Season 8

26 Episodes•1990

Season 9

27 Episodes•1991

Season 10

27 Episodes•1992

Season 11

27 Episodes•1993

Season 12

27 Episodes•1994

Season 13

26 Episodes•1995

Season 14

28 Episodes•1996

Season 15

26 Episodes•1997

Season 16

24 Episodes•1998

Season 17

24 Episodes•1999

Season 18

21 Episodes•2000

Season 19

21 Episodes•2001

Videos

The Computer Chronicles Intro (1983-2002)

Opening Credits