An Wang Quotes

A collection of quotes by An Wang.

An Wang (1920-1990) was a Chinese-American computer engineer and inventor. Born in Shanghai, China, he moved to the United States in 1945 to pursue his studies. Wang co-founded Wang Laboratories in 1951, where he developed the magnetic core memory, a groundbreaking technology that greatly enhanced computer performance. His company became a leading manufacturer of word processing machines and computer systems. An Wang held over 30 patents and received numerous awards for his contributions to the field of computer science. He was recognized as a pioneer in the development of early computer technology and made significant advancements in data storage and processing.

You have to risk failure to succeed. The important thing is

You have to risk failure to succeed. The important thing is not to make one single mistake that will jeopardize the future.

An Wang

Failure

My theme for philanthropy is the same approach I used with t

My theme for philanthropy is the same approach I used with technology: to find a need and fill it.

An Wang

Technology

Markets change, tastes change, so the companies and the indi

Markets change, tastes change, so the companies and the individuals who choose to compete in those markets must change.

An Wang

Business

No matter how complicated a problem is, it usually can be re

No matter how complicated a problem is, it usually can be reduced to a simple, comprehensible form which is often the best solution.

An Wang

Simplicity

Success is more a function of consistent common sense than i

Success is more a function of consistent common sense than it is of genius.

An Wang

Success & Failure

You have to have your heart in the business and the business

You have to have your heart in the business and the business in your heart.

An Wang

Business