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Windows turns 35: a visual history

The Verge

Microsoft had already created its low-cost PC DOS operating system for IBM PCs, and was firmly positioned as a software company. Microsoft took the important step of focusing on apps and core software. PC manufacturers flocked to Windows, and the operating system attracted support from important software companies.

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Ready…Set…Start Your Containers

CIO Business Intelligence

Incompatibility and unreliability caused by configuration differences such as versions of compilers, loaders, runtime libraries, middleware, and operating systems in new environments contributed to increased project effort, cost, and timelines. A great benefit of isolating applications into containers is the inherent security provided.