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“Personal computers were created by some teenagers in garages because the, the wisdom of the computer industry was that people didn't want these little toys on their desk.” quote by Howard Rheingold
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“Personal computers were created by some teenagers in garages because the, the wisdom of the computer industry was that people didn't want these little toys on their desk.”

Howard Rheingold

About This Quote

Source Book: The Virtual Community, 1993

Teenagers built PCs in garages, believing people didn’t want small desktop computers.

In simple terms: Early PCs were garage‑made for niche users.

Key Takeaway

Innovators often start in modest settings.

Themes

technology innovation culture

Mood

nostalgic analytical

Type

historical insightful

When to use this quote

  • startup founding
  • tech education
  • product design

Key Concepts

DIY electronics market perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do innovators work in garages?
  • How does perception shape product design?
A Different Perspective

Market assumptions can misjudge future demand.

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