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Delete: A Design History Of Computer Vapourware
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While Most Historical Accounts Of The Development Of Computer Design Focus On Specific Computers Or Manufacturers, Examining The Success Stories Of Hardware And Operating Systems, Delete: A Design History Of Computer Vapourware Creates A Completely New Narrative By Investigating The Machines That Didn'T Make It.Fascinating, Fullcolour Images Of Computer Designs, Many Of Them Previously Unpublished, Are Accompanied By The Hitherto Untold Stories Of Their Planning And Development, The Pitfalls And Successes In Their Creation, The Market And Competition At The Time And The Reasons Why They Never Finally Appeared For Sale.Appealing Both To A Broad Audience And To A More Specialist One Of Designers And Computer Historians, Delete, With Its Unique Collection Of Prototypes That Never Made It To The Market, Depicts A Technological World That Might Have Been.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Delete: A Design History of Computer Vapourware'? A: 'Delete: A Design History of Computer Vapourware' explores the concept of computer designs that were never released, providing insights into the planning and development of these machines.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Delete: A Design History of Computer Vapourware' is Paul Atkinson.
- Q: What type of images can I expect in this book? A: The book features fascinating, full-colour images of various computer designs, many of which are previously unpublished.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Delete: A Design History of Computer Vapourware' contains 256 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'Delete: A Design History of Computer Vapourware' was published on October 24, 2013.
- Q: What is the target audience for this book? A: The book appeals to both a broad audience and specialists, including designers and computer historians.
- Q: What unique perspective does this book offer? A: The book provides a unique narrative by focusing on the machines that never reached the market, detailing the reasons behind their failure.
- Q: Is there any information about the design processes in the book? A: Yes, the book includes stories about the planning and development of the vaporware, highlighting both the successes and pitfalls during creation.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding historical computer design trends? A: Absolutely, it offers insights into the historical context of computer designs that did not succeed, helping readers understand trends in technology and design.