![]() The story of personal computing in the United States is not about the evolution of hackers-it’s about the rise of everyday users. Instead, historian Laine Nooney shows, what made the Apple II iconic was its software. It was a versatile piece of hardware, but its most compelling story isn’t found in the feat of its engineering, the personalities of Apple’s founders, or the way it set the stage for the company’s multibillion-dollar future. became an industry behemoth, look no further than the 1977 Apple II. Please note that this event will be held in person at the Internet Archive. Join us for an engrossing origin story for the personal computer-showing how the Apple II’s software helped a machine transcend from hobbyists’ plaything to essential home appliance. The Apple II Age, like the old microcomputer itself, is bound to intrigue both experts and newcomers to the subject.” ―JOANNE MCNEIL, author of ‘Lurking: How a Person Became a User’ A rigorous thinker and a bright and witty writer, Nooney offers a compelling account of the initial attempts to make computers inviting to the public. “The Apple II Age is a joy to read and an extraordinary achievement in computer history. Join author Laine Nooney for an IN-PERSON reading from their new book, followed by a conversation with historian Finn Brunton.
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