1982 * The first Compact Disc (CD) player was released by Sony in 1982. The CD was a digital format that revolutionized the music industry by providing higher quality audio and greater durability than vinyl records. * The first commercial flight of the Boeing 757 took place. * The first compact disc (CD) was produced and demonstrated in Germany. * The first personal computer with a graphical user interface (GUI), the Xerox Star, was released in 1982. This was a major milestone in the development of personal computers, as it made it easier for users to interact with computers using a mouse and on-screen icons. * The first computer virus, called "Elk Cloner," was discovered. * The Commodore 64...