Introduction
Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) has a rich history, evolving from its founding in 1957 to become a leading manufacturer of minicomputers. This document provides a glimpse into DEC's journey, highlighting its product development and contributions to the computer industry.
Established in an old New England mill, DEC embodies traditional values of hard work and ingenuity, combined with innovative approaches to the computer field. The company's history is a testament to its continuous creation of new ways to serve customer needs through its products and services.
Key Milestones and Products
The document outlines key periods and product introductions from 1957 to the present, showcasing the evolution of DEC's offerings. Early products included logic modules and the groundbreaking PDP-1 computer. Subsequent years saw the introduction of various PDP series computers, minicomputers, and specialized systems catering to diverse applications.
Notable product lines and systems mentioned include:
- Early modules and the PDP-1
- The PDP-2, PDP-3, PDP-4, and PDP-5
- The development of DECUS (Digital Equipment Computers Users Society)
- A wide range of PDP-11 models and related systems
- Minicomputers and specialized systems for various industries
This overview serves as an introduction to the extensive history and product catalog of Digital Equipment Corporation.
