Kinda on topic: Jack Kilby died

NGT

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• Jun 22, 2005

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Figured this would mean the most to the tech guys.


The guy invented the Integrated Circuit, so we all kinda owe him

Thanks Jack!

there's an article here:

http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2002344226_kilbyobit22.html

 

mainman

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• Jun 22, 2005

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R.I.P If it wasn't for him we still be all analog with vacum tubes. Remember next time you play MOTW that this guy help make the neo and alot of other tech possible.

 

pixeljunkie

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• Jun 22, 2005

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Definitely one of the most important guys related to quality of life as we know it today. Big local news here as well, considering he lived here [Dallas]

 

DanAdamKOF

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• Jun 22, 2005

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He made electronics what they are today. Much respect, R.I.P.

 

omnedon

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• Jun 22, 2005

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Wow. What a story! Thanks for the post.


Thanks Jack!!