Hands-On IT – The Titans of Server History: People, Rivalries, and the Machines They Created, E16

20/03/2025 1h 4min Episodio 16
Hands-On IT – The Titans of Server History: People, Rivalries, and the Machines They Created, E16

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This episode dives into the fascinating evolution of server technology, from room-sized mainframes to today’s AI-powered cloud computing. It explores the innovations, rivalries, and key players—IBM, Microsoft, Unix pioneers, and the rise of Linux—that shaped the industry. The discussion covers the transition from minicomputers to personal computing, the impact of open-source software, and the shift toward containerization, hybrid cloud, and AI-driven infrastructure. With a focus on the forces driving technological progress, this episode unpacks the past, present, and future of server technology and its role in digital transformation.

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