Abstract
We estimate the effects of software provision on the valuation of hardware in the early microcomputer industry, covering the period 1981-1986. Since hardware and software technologies 'co-evolve,' a discussion of the economic and technological relationships is provided to clarify the nature of the relationship between software variety and hardware price.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 309-338 |
Number of pages | 30 |
Journal | Journal of Engineering and Technology Management - JET-M |
Volume | 15 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Sep 1998 |
Keywords
- Computer platforms
- Microcomputer technology
- Network externalities
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Industrial relations
- Engineering(all)
- Strategy and Management
- Management Science and Operations Research
- Information Systems and Management