David Gurteen's comments: Ken Olsen is reputed to have said this back in 1977. A mini-computer in those days would have filled a small room. Today, the iPhone I have in my shirt pocket is probably more powerful.
Video: David Gurteen: Conversation with Martyn Laycock
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There is no reason for any individual to have a computer in their home.
President of Digital Equipment, 1977
There is no reason for any individual to have a computer in their home.
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