Silicon Cowboys (2016)

They risked their future to create ours...

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Launched in 1982 by three friends in a Houston diner, Compaq Computer set out to build a portable PC to take on IBM, the world’s most powerful tech company. Many had tried cloning the industry leader’s code, only to be trounced by IBM and its high-priced lawyers. Explore the remarkable David vs. Goliath story, and eventual demise, of Compaq, an unlikely upstart who altered the future of computing and helped shape the world as we know it today.

Director: Jason Cohen
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 77 min
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Screenplay

Production: Fancy Film Post Services, Zipper Bros Films, Campfire Studios
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

based on novel or book, texas, david vs. goliath, ibm, 1980s, 80s style, computing, compaq, pc, portable computer

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More Films by Director: Jason Cohen
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Silicon Cowboys about?
Launched in 1982 by three friends in a Houston diner, Compaq Computer set out to build a portable PC to take on IBM, the world’s most powerful tech company. Many had tried cloning the industry leader’s code, only to be trounced by IBM and its high-priced lawyers. Explore the remarkable David vs. Goliath story, and eventual demise, of Compaq, an unlikely upstart who altered the future of computing and helped shape the world as we know it today.
Who directed Silicon Cowboys?
Silicon Cowboys was directed by Jason Cohen.
Who stars in Silicon Cowboys?
Silicon Cowboys stars Rod Canion, Bill Murto, Jim Harris, Bill Fargo, Hugh Barnes, Gary Stimac.
How long is Silicon Cowboys?
Silicon Cowboys has a runtime of 1h 17m (77 minutes).
What genre is Silicon Cowboys?
Silicon Cowboys is a Documentary film.
Where was Silicon Cowboys produced?
Silicon Cowboys was produced in United States of America.