Quotes by Ken Olsen

Ken Olsen was a pioneering computer engineer and co-founder of Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC), a company that significantly shaped the computer industry in the 20th century. Born on February 20, 1926, in Bridgewater, Massachusetts, Olsen's vision transformed computing from massive mainframes into accessible minicomputers. His relentless innovation led DEC to dominate the market during the 1970s and 1980s. Despite the company's decline in the face of emerging technologies, Olsen's legacy endures, reminding us of the profound impact of entrepreneurship and technological advancement.

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"The nicest thing about standards is that there are so many of them to choose from."

Ken Olsen

"There is no reason for any individual to have a computer in his home."

Ken Olsen

"Software comes from heaven when you have good hardware."

Ken Olsen

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