Microsoft Volume I
Acquired
The Rise of Macintosh and Early Microsoft Rivalry
This chapter explores the launch of the Macintosh in 1984, focusing on its limitations and the applications that emerged, particularly Microsoft's Excel. It highlights the intense competition between Apple and Microsoft during the early days of personal computing and the strategic decisions behind their respective products. Additionally, it examines the evolution of Windows and its initial distinction from Apple's GUI, along with the implications of their licensing agreements.
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