Quote by Jack Kilby

Well, the big products in electronics in the '50s were radio and television. The first big computers were just beginning to come in and represented the most logical market for us to work in.

Well, the big products in electronics in the '50s were radio

Summary

This quote suggests that during the 1950s, the electronic industry was primarily centered around radio and television products. As the first computers were beginning to emerge, they presented a promising market. The speaker refers to the logical decision to focus their efforts in the computer industry, indicating a recognition of the potential growth and relevance of computers during that time.

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By Jack Kilby

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