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Apollo Computer was once a powerhouse in the workstation industry, pioneering advanced computing long before modern PCs became dominant. Founded in Massachusetts in 1980, Apollo revolutionized engineering workstations with its innovative Domain systems and powerful networking technology.
But despite its early success, growing competition from Sun Microsystems and the shift toward open systems changed everything. In 1989, Hewlett-Packard acquired Apollo for $476 million, bringing an end to its independence.
Discover the rise and fall of Apollo Computer, the innovations that made it an industry leader, and how one of America's most influential workstation pioneers faded into computing history.
But despite its early success, growing competition from Sun Microsystems and the shift toward open systems changed everything. In 1989, Hewlett-Packard acquired Apollo for $476 million, bringing an end to its independence.
Discover the rise and fall of Apollo Computer, the innovations that made it an industry leader, and how one of America's most influential workstation pioneers faded into computing history.
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