Digital Equipment CorporationKen Olsen, 31, and Harlan Anderson, 27, founded DEC in 1957. Just eleven years later, DEC led the minicomputer market.The company made test equipment logic circuits for its first three years, not creating a computer, the PDP-1, until 1960. Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC), American manufacturer that created a new line of low-cost computers, known as minicomputers, especially for use in laboratories and research institutions. Founded in 1957, the company employed more than 120,000 people worldwide at its peak in 1990 and earned more than $14 billion in revenue. Family Tree of Digital's Computers Poster created by Gordon Bell in 1980 showing the evolution of all of all computer models and times they were introduced since 1960. Digital 1957 to Present, a Digital Equipment Corporation publication, last edition 1978 @13MB PDF.
Digital Media Equipment and Products Catalog
Search through our online industry catalog for leading digital media equipment and products solutions at your fingertips. Linked to our co-op purchasing contracts, this catalog makes it easy to purchase pre-vetted, high-quality technology and accessories through our TIPS/TAPS and BuyBoard affiliations.
Featured Product
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Audio and Sound
From production to presentation, audio and sound digital media equipment keeps every word clear and profound.
Microphones, Speakers, Acoustic Materials, Headphones, Headsets and Earsets
Cameras and Camcorders
Capture special events and significant messages with a wide variety of PTZ, Robotics, 4K, Studio, HD, and specialty cameras and camcorders.
Special Application, Camera Auxiliary Equipment, Camcorders, Camera Controls
Cases and Bags
Digital Equipment Laptops & Desktops Drivers
Protect your valuable digital media equipment with a durable case from top market brands like Porta-Brace, Petrol, and Manfrotto.
Protective Cases, Soft Equipment Bags
Computers
Computers and accessories are at the heart of any AV production project. Get computer storage, AV software, auxiliary equipment, and more.
AV Software, Computer Components and Storage, Computer Auxiliary Equipment, Computers (Professional)
Conferencing
Video conferencing is essential to hosting lectures, events, and meetings. From collaboration hubs to VoIP systems, we’ve got you covered.
Video Conferencing Equipment, Conferencing/Discussion Systems, Telelphony and VoIP Systems, Audio Conferencing Equipment
Content Management
Once you have your digital content created and produced, content distribution equipment helps you broadcast to your audience.
Digital and Streaming Media Distribution Equipment, Content Recording and Storage Systems
Digital Control
Keep easy-to-access digital control of all your equipment with wireless keypads, remote controls, touch panels, and other control systems.
Control Panels and Interfaces, Control Systems
Displays
Exhibit your live presentation, meeting, show, or service on vivid HD, LCD, or IPS displays, monitors, and video walls.
Displays and Monitors, Video Walls
Furniture
Support or store your production and broadcasting equipment with a wide selection of AV unit furniture and AV supplies.
AV Furniture, Stands, AV Lifts, Consoles
Desktop And Laptop Computers
AV Mounts & Rigging
AV mounts and rigging help you mount speakers or rig systems for either temporary or permanent installations.
Mounts, Rigging
Networking & Cabling
From connectors to fiber optic systems, we have the AV networking and cabling required to pull off your production.
Cables and Connectors, Fiber Optic Systems, Racks, Network Equipment
Power
Stay connected without missing a beat. Our power supplies offer energy monitoring options to keep your event or production running smoothly.
My Digital Desktop
Power Supplies, Power Distribution, Energy Monitoring and Management
Presentation
Digital presentations display your strategies, plans, and objectives in a professional, efficient manner. Find whiteboards, easels, and other presentation apparatuses.
Whiteboards, Projectors and Accessories, Projection Screens, Markerboards and Easels
Production and Lighting
Film production tools lend professionalism and clarity to your project. Find production and lighting equipment for all your AV requirements.
Audio Production Equipment, Production Recording Equipment, Video Production Equipment, Lighting Control Systems
Security and Safety
Surveillance and security is critical to the success and safety of your organization or facility.
Intercom and IFB Systems, Surveillance Equipment, Security/Life Safety Call and Paging
Signal Management
Guarantee your system works as expected before launching your presentation or event. Switchers and signal processing systems are available.
Signal Processing Systems, Signal Routing/Switching, Wireless Signal Processing, Test and Measurement Equipment
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