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Mitch Waldrop on The Dream Machine: Part 2 – 1980s to present

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The Rise of Microprocessors and Personal Computing

This chapter traces the evolution of computer technology from vacuum tubes to microprocessors and highlights the impact of Gordon Moore's observation on transistor growth. It also examines the cultural shifts in computing during the 1970s, particularly the accessibility of personal computers, through milestones like the Apple II and advancements in memory systems.

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