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The Triumph of the Nerds: The Rise of Accidental Empires (TV 1996)

TV Movie  -  Documentary  -  12 June 1996 (USA)
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Robert X. Cringely ...
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Steve Ballmer ...
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Dan Bricklin ...
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David Bunnell ...
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Rod Canion ...
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Jim Cannavino ...
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Christine Comaford ...
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Part 1 refers to the First West Coast Computer Faire where the Apple II was introduced. The Faire was in April 1977, not 1978. See more »

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Steve Jobs: The problem with Microsoft is they just have no taste. They have absolutely no taste, and what that means is, and I don't mean that in a small way, I mean that in a big way.
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From Back of the Garage to the Forefront of Technology
28 January 2006 | by (United States) – See all my reviews

This is a story of few very talented people working from their garage launching a mega billion dollar empire. The grass roots development of personal computers in the '70s and '80s are captured in this excellent program. From the development of Altair 8800, Apple II, and launching of Microsoft to the IBM PC, bringing about the change we know today as computer revolution, this program details the early history of personal computer development from an insider's view. All major historical events concerning the early computer revolution is treated fairly and in an unbiased way making this an excellent documentary on history of personal computer development, but it is also presented in a entertaining way that even an average couch potato can enjoy. The major players are all there and there are many good personal interviews which brings insights as to how the event really took place. A priceless piece of computer history in a three hour program.


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