iWoz, Computer Geek to Cult Icon: How I invented the Personal Computer, co-founded Apple, and had fun doing it

Steve Wozniak with Gina Smith

ISBN 10: 0393061434 / ISBN 13: 9780393061437

Published by W.W. Norton & Co, 2006

About this Item

Signed First Edition. Near Fine book in a Near Fine dust jacket. No internal markings other than his signature. "iWoz" is the autobiography of Steve Wozniak, co-founder of Apple Inc. and the engineering genius behind the Apple I and Apple II computers. In this book, Wozniak recounts how he: Invented the personal computer in his garage, Co-founded Apple with Steve Jobs, Helped spark the computer revolution of the 1970s and 80s, And had fun doing it all. Key Themes: Innovation and Creativity: Woz shares his deep passion for engineering and the joy of building things from scratch. Apple s Origins: The inside story of how Apple Computer started, including Wozniak s perspective on working with Jobs. Ethics and Philosophy: Wozniak s strong beliefs in open access to technology and education. Personal Journey: His early fascination with electronics, education at Berkeley, and unique approach to success (fame wasn t his goal fun and invention were). Tone: The book is informal, quirky, and full of Wozniak s humor. It reflects his personality unpretentious, idealistic, and deeply technical. If you re interested in the early days of Silicon Valley or the human side of technological innovation, iWoz offers a personal and insightful look from someone who built it literally.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: iWoz, Computer Geek to Cult Icon: How I invented the Personal Computer, co-founded Apple, and had fun doing it
• Publisher: W.W. Norton & Co
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0393061434
• ISBN 13: 9780393061437
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included
• Signed: Signed by Author(s)
• Seller catalogs:
  • Biography, Autobiography

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Synopsis

Before slim laptops that fit into briefcases, computers looked like strange vending machines, with cryptic switches and pages of encoded output. But in 1977 Steve Wozniak revolutionized the computer industry with his invention of the first personal computer. As the sole inventor of the Apple I and II computers, Wozniak has enjoyed wealth, fame, and the most coveted awards an engineer can receive, and he tells his story here for the first time.

About the Author

Steve Wozniak has been inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame and has received numerous awards, including the National Medal of Technology and the Heinz Award. He lives in California.