Quote by Jack Kilby

I think I thought it would be important for electronics as we knew it then, but that was a much simpler business and electronics was mostly radio and television and the first computers.

I think I thought it would be important for electronics as w

Summary

In this quote, the speaker reflects on their previous belief about the significance of electronics. They acknowledge that at the time, electronics primarily encompassed radio, television, and early computer technology. They possibly assumed that these aspects of electronics held great importance in shaping the field. However, as time has progressed, the speaker suggests that the nature of electronics has become more multifaceted and complex, requiring a reevaluation of their initial perspective.

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By Jack Kilby

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