Pillars of Computing - A Compendium of Select, Pivotal Technology Firms (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2015)

This accessible compendium examines a collection of significant technology firms that have helped to shape the field of computing and its impact on society. Each company is introduced with a brief account of its history, followed by a concise account of its key contributions. The selection covers a diverse range of historical and contemporary organizations from pioneers of e-commerce to influential social media companies. Features: presents information on early computer manufacturers; reviews important mainframe and minicomputer companies; examines the contributions to the field of semiconductors made by certain companies; describes companies that have been active in developing home and personal computers; surveys notable research centers; discusses the impact of telecommunications companies and those involved in the area of enterprise software and business computing; considers the achievements of e-commerce companies; provides a review of social media companies.

General

Imprint:	Springer International Publishing AG
Country of origin:	Switzerland
Release date:	August 2016
First published:	2015
Authors:	Gerard O'Regan
Dimensions:	235 x 155mm (L x W)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	260
Edition:	Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2015
ISBN-13:	978-3-319-37006-4
Categories:	Books > Computing & IT > General Promotions
LSN:	3-319-37006-5
Barcode:	9783319370064

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