Silicon Cowboys

"Compaq Computer: An Unlikely Upstart" delves into the inspiring true narrative of a pioneering tech company launched in a Houston diner back in 1982. With ambitions to challenge IBM, the reigning king of technology at the time, Compaq aimed to develop a portable PC that would revolutionize the industry. Although others had tried and failed to replicate IBM's success due to the formidable opposition posed by IBM's legal arsenal, Compaq persevered in their quest. This is more than just the tale of a David versus Goliath struggle; it's also the story of Compaq's eventual downfall and its critical role in shaping our modern computing landscape. Through this enthralling narrative, we gain insight into how one underdog company managed to alter the course of technological history and influence the world as we know it today.