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Dennis Ritchie, A Hero Of The Computer World, Dies

by Laura Sydell, NPR
October 13, 2011

An unsung hero of the computer world has died. Dennis Ritchie created the C language — which is the foundation for most computers, including the iPad and iPhone.

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  • All Things Considered, October 13, 2011
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