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https://blog.xrds.acm.org/2020/01/technology-in-our-life-finding-the-right-balance/‬

In 1994, a gap in the online book-sales market was closed by a 30-year-old former hedge fund executive. Within five years, his site had expanded its offerings both to a greater market and to include other merchandise, such as software, toys, and home-improvement items [1]. Amazon.com also expanded as a service, allowing other online merchants to sell goods using its platform. [ 1,259 more word ]
https://blog.xrds.acm.org/2020/01/navigating-the-technology-bramble-patch-users-cultivators-and-masters/

Navigating the Technology Bramble Patch: Users, cultivators, and masters - XRDS In 1994, a gap in the online book-sales market was closed by a 30-year-old former hedge fund executive. Within five years, his site had expanded its offerings both to a greater market and to include other merchandise, such as software, … Continue reading →