In this paper we present a history-friendly model of the changing vertical scope of computerfirms during the evolution of the computer and semiconductor industries. The model is“history friendly”, in that it attempts at replicating some basic, stylized qualitative features ofthe evolution of...

In this article, we present a history-friendly model of the changing vertical scope of computer firms during the evolution of the computer and semiconductor industries. The model is ldquo;history-friendly,rdquo; in that it attempts at replicating some basic, stylized qualitative features of the...