Fascinating article on the origin of Microsoft Windows:
http://technologizer.com/2010/03/08/the-secret-origin-of-windows/
And while we're on the subject, I read the following book last year which I really enjoyed. It is a biography on Steve Jobs and Apple. Obviously a longer time commitment than the above 3 page article, but well worth the read! Both companies share some humble beginnings and rough stretches, before taking their industries by storm.
iCon: Steve Jobs - The Greatest Second Act in the History of Business
http://technologizer.com/2010/03/08/the-secret-origin-of-windows/
And while we're on the subject, I read the following book last year which I really enjoyed. It is a biography on Steve Jobs and Apple. Obviously a longer time commitment than the above 3 page article, but well worth the read! Both companies share some humble beginnings and rough stretches, before taking their industries by storm.
iCon: Steve Jobs - The Greatest Second Act in the History of Business