Michael Hiltzik

Michael A. Hiltzik is an American journalist and author known for his work with the Los Angeles Times. He has won a Pulitzer Prize and is recognized for his insightful commentary on business and economic issues.

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  1. 1. Dealers Of Lightning

    Xerox PARC and the Dawn of the Computer Age
    Cover of 'Dealers Of Lightning' by Michael Hiltzik

    This captivating narrative delves into the groundbreaking innovations and visionary minds at Xerox's Palo Alto Research Center (PARC) during the 1970s and 1980s. It chronicles the development of revolutionary technologies such as the personal computer, the graphical user interface, and the Ethernet, which laid the foundation for the modern digital age. Through vivid storytelling, the book highlights the creative genius and occasional chaos that characterized PARC, offering an insightful look into how these pioneering ideas transformed the world, despite the company's failure to capitalize on them fully.

    The 10117th Greatest Book of All Time
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