Acquired Microsoft Volume I
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Apr 22, 2024 This podcast dives deep into the incredible journey of Microsoft, from its humble beginnings to becoming a tech titan. It showcases Bill Gates' formative years and the visionary partnership with Paul Allen. Discover the shift from DOS to Windows and the launch of the game-changing Windows 95. The rivalry with IBM and Apple adds thrilling layers to this tech saga. The rise of personal computing, innovative business strategies, and the pivotal role of software licensing are all thrillingly captured, painting a portrait of a colossal company that reshaped the industry.
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Luck and Timing
- Microsoft's origin combines brilliance, strategy, competition, and immense luck.
- Bill Gates' birth coincided with the PC revolution, and Lakeside School provided early access to computing.
DEC's Disruption
- DEC's minicomputers disrupted IBM by targeting smaller businesses and branch offices.
- The PDP-10, costing $120,000, was significantly cheaper than IBM's mainframes, creating a new market.
Lakeside Programmers
- At Lakeside, Bill Gates and Paul Allen formed the Lakeside Programmers Group.
- They monetized their programming skills, earning computer time and then royalties on software.
