The article highlights the historical significance of the typewriter, notably the Sholes & Glidden Type-Writer introduced by Remington in 1873. It discusses Clarence Seamans, who played a pivotal role in this technology. The typewriter was revolutionary as it allowed users to type faster than handwriting, a major advancement in communication. The later introduced shift key improved functionality by enabling upper and lowercase letters, marking a significant evolution in how people expressed themselves in writing. Seamans' association with Remington also showcased the firm's broader impact beyond firearms, contributing to the personal technology landscape of the time.
Made by Remington, the Sholes & Glidden Type-Writer was the first to enable typing faster than handwriting—an innovation that changed communication forever.
The introduction of the shift key in 1878 on the typewriter allowed typists to switch between upper and lowercase—revolutionizing how written communication was presented.
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