Compaq was founded by Rod Canion, Jim Harris, and Bill Murto.
Compaq started design and development efforts in September 1981.
Compaq was incorporated as Gateway Technology Inc. in February 1982 and amended its name to Compaq Computer Corporation in November 1982.
Compaq raised $20M USD in a thee rounds of funding.
Compaq unveiled its first product in November 1982.
Compaq started trading on the NYSE in December 1983.
Compaq was headquartered in Harris County, USA.
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1982 DEC Compaq Presentation by Rod Canion
1988 The Compaq Story 1/3
1988 The Compaq Story 2/3
1988 The Compaq Story 3/3
2016 AUG Silicon Cowboys documentary
2016 SEP Jason Cohen and Rod Canion discuss "Silicon Cowboys"