(IHP) The Gary Kildall Legend Part 1
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The Missed Opportunity: Kildall and IBM
This chapter highlights the fateful moment when IBM sought to license CP/M from Gary Kildall, who was unexpectedly absent due to a flight. The ensuing negotiations with Bill Gates led to the creation of DOS, elevating Microsoft while overshadowing Kildall's significant contributions. It reflects on the complexities of historical outcomes in technology and the diverging paths of Kildall and Gates.
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