An Wang

Engineer and businessman, founded Wang Labs

An Wang - Engineer and businessman, founded Wang Labs
Born

February 7th, 1920
105 years ago

Died

1990
35 years ago — 70 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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Born in 1920, an engineer and businessman established Wang Laboratories in 1951, pioneering work in computer memory and word processing technologies. The company gained prominence during the 1970s and 1980s, becoming a significant player in the computing industry. Contributions to the development of early computer technology positioned the company as a leader in the field. An Wang's innovations in computer systems and contributions to the industry left a lasting legacy.

Founded Wang Laboratories

Developed early computer memory technologies

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