NeXT
NeXT was an American computer and software company founded in 1985 by Steve Jobs after he left Apple. The company was known for its innovative hardware and software products, which were influential in the development of modern computing.
History[edit | edit source]
After leaving Apple in 1985, Steve Jobs founded NeXT with the goal of creating powerful computers for higher education and business markets. The company was headquartered at 900 Chesapeake Drive in Redwood City, California.
NeXT Computer[edit | edit source]
NeXT's first product was the NeXT Computer, also known as the "NeXT Cube," released in 1988. It was a high-end workstation that featured a unique cube-shaped design and advanced hardware for its time.
The NeXT Computer was notable for its use of the Motorola 68030 CPU, a high-resolution display, and a magneto-optical drive. It was targeted at the higher education and business markets, but its high price limited its adoption.
NeXTcube[edit | edit source]
The NeXTcube was an updated version of the original NeXT Computer, featuring improved hardware specifications. It was released in 1990 and included a faster processor and more memory.
NeXTSTEP[edit | edit source]
NeXTSTEP was the operating system developed by NeXT for its computers. It was based on the Mach kernel and BSD Unix, and it introduced several innovative features, including a graphical user interface and object-oriented programming environment.
NeXTSTEP was influential in the development of modern operating systems and was later used as the foundation for macOS after Apple acquired NeXT in 1997.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
NeXT's technology and software had a lasting impact on the computing industry. The company's focus on object-oriented programming and graphical user interfaces influenced the development of modern software design.
One of the most significant contributions of NeXT was its role in the creation of the World Wide Web. The first web server and web browser were developed on a NeXT computer by Tim Berners-Lee at CERN.
Acquisition by Apple[edit | edit source]
In 1997, Apple acquired NeXT for $429 million. This acquisition brought Steve Jobs back to Apple and led to the development of macOS, which was based on NeXTSTEP.
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