Questions: - What important data storage medium was released in 1983 ?

The important data storage medium released in 1983 was the Compact Disc (CD).

The Compact Disc was developed by Philips and Sony and was initially used for storing digital audio. It revolutionized the way music was distributed and consumed, offering higher sound quality and greater durability compared to vinyl records and cassette tapes. The technology later evolved to include data storage for computers, leading to the development of CD-ROMs, which became a standard medium for software distribution and data storage in the following years.