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Adapting Episode 3: Intel

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The Genesis of Semiconductors

This chapter explores the historical impact of the transistor's invention and the turbulent legacy of its co-inventor. It recounts the dramatic departure of eight engineers, known as the 'traitorous eight,' from Shockley's lab to pioneer new technologies in Silicon Valley. The discussion highlights key innovations in semiconductor manufacturing, military applications, and the evolution of computing chips that laid the groundwork for modern processors.

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