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Dorothy McEwen Kildall

1943 – 2005

American microcomputer industry pioneer

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About Dorothy McEwen Kildall

Lived 1943 – 2005 (aged 61). Dorothy McEwen Kildall was an American computer scientist.

Dorothy Gene McEwen Kildall, often known as Dorothy McEwen,

McEwen died in Carmel Valley on January 31, 2005, from brain cancer.

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Also known as
Dorothy McEwen, Dorothy Gene McEwen, Dorothy Gene Kildall, Dorothy Gene McEwen Kildall

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Dorothy McEwen Kildall?

American microcomputer industry pioneer (1943-2005)

When was Dorothy McEwen Kildall born?

Dorothy McEwen Kildall was born on 3 March 1943 in Seattle.

When did Dorothy McEwen Kildall die?

Dorothy McEwen Kildall died on 31 January 2005.

What was Dorothy McEwen Kildall's occupation?

Dorothy McEwen Kildall was a computer scientist.

What nationality was Dorothy McEwen Kildall?

Dorothy McEwen Kildall was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Dorothy McEwen Kildall

· Wikidata: Q5813626

· DBpedia: Dorothy McEwen Kildall

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