In 2016, a number of computer and technology companies were disestablished or went through significant changes, including mergers or acquisitions that effectively led to their dissolution. Some of these include: 1. **Micron Technology's Elpida Memory** - Micron acquired Elpida Memory in 2013, but the brand itself ran operations until it was fully integrated and ceased to exist as a standalone company.
Several computer companies were disestablished in 2015. Here are a few notable ones: 1. **BlackBerry Limited (formerly Research In Motion)** - While BlackBerry remains operational, it significantly pivoted away from its traditional hardware business in 2015, focusing more on software and services. 2. **ZTE's mobile unit in the U.S.** - ZTE faced significant challenges and began winding down operations within the U.S.
In 2014, several computer-related companies were disestablished or ceased operations. Here are a few notable examples: 1. **Nokia's Devices and Services Division**: While Nokia as a company still exists, it sold its Devices and Services Division to Microsoft in 2014, which effectively meant the end of Nokia as a significant player in the mobile phone market.
Several computer companies were disestablished or ceased operations in 2013. Notable examples include: 1. **Kodak (Kodak Imaging Network)** - Although Kodak as a company still exists, its imaging division faced significant downsizing and restructuring in 2012 and 2013, ultimately discontinuing certain products and services.
In 2012, several computer companies were disestablished, either through bankruptcy, acquisition, or cessation of operations. Some notable companies that fit this description include: 1. **Neverware** - A company known for its CloudReady operating system designed to convert older PCs into Chromebooks, it ceased operating as an independent entity after a series of changes in 2012.
Several computer companies were disestablished in 2011, either due to mergers, acquisitions, or closure. Some notable examples include: 1. **Palm, Inc.** - Known for its handheld devices and smartphones, Palm was acquired by HP in 2010, but it officially ceased to exist as a standalone entity in 2011 when HP decided to discontinue the Palm brand and WebOS.
Several computer companies were disestablished or ceased operations in 2010. Some notable examples include: 1. **Sun Microsystems** - While it was officially acquired by Oracle Corporation in early 2010, Sun as an independent entity was effectively disestablished during this transition. 2. **Palm, Inc.** - After being acquired by Hewlett-Packard in April 2010, Palm ceased to operate as an independent brand, marking its disestablishment.
In 2009, several computer companies were disestablished or went out of business. Some of the notable ones include: 1. **Sun Microsystems** - Acquired by Oracle Corporation in January 2010, Sun Microsystems was a significant player in the computer hardware and software industry, particularly known for its workstations, servers, and the Solaris operating system.
In 2008, several notable computer companies were disestablished or ceased operations. Some highlights include: 1. **Fujitsu Siemens Computers** - This was a joint venture between Fujitsu and Siemens that began in 1999. It was dissolved in 2009, but the impacts of its dissolution were felt in 2008 as Fujitsu began to take over the business.
In 2007, several computer companies and technology-related businesses were disestablished or experienced significant changes such as mergers, acquisitions, or closures. Here are a few notable examples: 1. **Oracle Corporation's acquisition of Siebel Systems** - While Siebel was a software company, it was a significant player in the CRM space, and its full integration and branding as part of Oracle began to take shape around this time.
In 2006, several notable computer companies were disestablished or ceased operations. One prominent example is: 1. **SGI (Silicon Graphics, Inc.)** - While SGI was founded in 1981, it faced significant financial difficulties in the early 2000s and eventually filed for bankruptcy in 2006. The company was known for its high-performance computing systems and graphics workstations, particularly in the fields of computer graphics and visualization.
In 2005, several computer companies and technology firms were disestablished or ceased operations. Here are a few notable examples: 1. **Apple's PowerComputing** - While the company was established in the 1990s, it became defunct in 2005. Power Computing was known for making Macintosh clones but struggled to compete after Apple moved to a more closed ecosystem.
Several computer companies were disestablished or went out of business in 2004. Some notable examples include: 1. **Altavista** - Once a leading search engine, Altavista was ultimately absorbed by Yahoo! after its decline in market relevance. 2. **Flic** - Known for its personal digital assistants, Flic ceased operations around this time. 3. **MIPS Computer Systems** - While the MIPS architecture continues to be used, the original MIPS Computer Systems, Inc.
Several computer companies were disestablished or ceased operations in 2003. Here are a few notable examples: 1. **Kozmo.com** - While primarily known as a delivery service, Kozmo also operated in the tech space, leveraging software and logistics technology. The company ceased operations in early 2003 due to financial struggles.
Several computer companies were disestablished in 2002. Notable examples include: 1. **Sirius Computer Solutions** - Once focused on providing computing solutions, the company underwent significant changes and was eventually disbanded. 2. **3Com** - Though not completely disbanded, this networking hardware company significantly downsized and underwent multiple restructuring processes in the early 2000s, which affected its operations profoundly around 2002.
Several computer companies were disestablished in 2001 due to various reasons such as mergers, acquisitions, or bankruptcy. Some notable examples include: 1. **Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC)** - Once a major player in the field of computers and networking, DEC was acquired by Compaq in 1998 and subsequently disbanded.
Several computer companies were disestablished or ceased operations in 2000, often due to the dot-com bubble burst, economic challenges, or mergers and acquisitions. Here are a few notable examples: 1. **Rover Technologies** - An early player in the mobile computing market, Rover faced difficulties and ultimately disbanded around this time.
In 1999, several computer companies were disestablished or ceased operations. While specific details about every company may vary, here are some notable examples of computer-related companies that were disbanded or went out of business in that year: 1. **Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC)** - Originally a major player in the computer industry, DEC was acquired by Compaq in 1998, and by 1999, its brand and it's separate company identity were largely phased out.
Several computer companies were disestablished in 1998 due to various reasons, such as mergers, acquisitions, or business failures. Some notable companies that ceased operations or were significantly impacted in that year include: 1. **Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC)** - While DEC was officially acquired by Compaq in 1998, this marked the end of its existence as an independent entity. DEC was once a leading manufacturer of computer systems and was known for its PDP and Alpha series.
Several computer companies were disestablished or ceased operations in 1997. Here are a few notable examples: 1. **Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC)** - Once a major player in the computer industry known for its minicomputers and workstations, DEC was acquired by Compaq in 1998, leading to its dissolution as an independent company. 2. **Pointcast** - This company was known for its Internet news delivery service and was once considered a pioneer of push technology.