This manual provides an in-depth look at "The Spreadsheet at 25: 25 Amazing Excel Examples that Evolved from the Invention that Changed the World," published in July 2008. Authored by Bill Jelen, this EPUB document explores the historical context of spreadsheet software, tracing its origins from the 1979 invention of the visible calculator to its significant impact on the computer industry and business adoption of personal computers. It delves into the evolution of early computer technology, discussing key figures like Bricklin, Frankston, and Mitch Kapor, and the competitive landscape involving VisiCalc, Lotus 1-2-3, and Microsoft Excel.
The purpose of this manual is to offer an educational and historical overview of spreadsheet software and its profound influence. It contains 128 pages of content, written in English, and includes 25 Excel examples that illustrate the practical applications and evolution of this transformative technology. This resource is intended for anyone interested in understanding the early computer and technology evolution, the development of desktop applications, and the historical impact of spreadsheets in spurring the computer industry.
From the 1979 invention by two MIT students of the visible calculator to the war between Lotus and Microsoft for dominance in the spreadsheet market, this book is a fascinating look at the software application that helped spur the entire computer industry. This loving look back at the early computer and technology evolution will teach anyone interested in computer history about the MIT students, Bricklin and Frankston, and their unique vision; how Mitch Kapor and Lotus 1-2-3 trumped VisiCalc; how the spreadsheet gave businesses a reason to buy PCs; and how Microsoft came to dominate the market. The book also contains descriptions of 25 amazing spreadsheets that users can download from the book's web site.
Editor: Jelen, Bill
Publisher: Holy Macro! Books
Illustration: N
Language: ENG
Title: The Spreadsheet at 25: 25 Amazing Excel Examples that Evolved from the Invention that Changed the World
Pages: 00128 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2008-07-01
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781932802047
Category: Computers : Desktop Applications - Spreadsheets
From the 1979 invention by two MIT students of the visible calculator to the war between Lotus and Microsoft for dominance in the spreadsheet market, this book is a fascinating look at the software application that helped spur the entire computer industry. This loving look back at the early computer and technology evolution will teach anyone interested in computer history about the MIT students, Bricklin and Frankston, and their unique vision; how Mitch Kapor and Lotus 1-2-3 trumped VisiCalc; how the spreadsheet gave businesses a reason to buy PCs; and how Microsoft came to dominate the market. The book also contains descriptions of 25 amazing spreadsheets that users can download from the book's web site.
Editor: Jelen, Bill
Publisher: Holy Macro! Books
Illustration: N
Language: ENG
Title: The Spreadsheet at 25: 25 Amazing Excel Examples that Evolved from the Invention that Changed the World
Pages: 00128 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2008-07-01
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781932802047
Category: Computers : Desktop Applications - Spreadsheets
