Famous quote by Linus Torvalds

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Finnish companies tend to be very traditional, not taking many risks. Silicon Valley is completely different: people her
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"Finnish companies tend to be very traditional, not taking many risks. Silicon Valley is completely different: people here really live on the edge"

- Linus Torvalds

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In this quote, Linus Torvalds, a Finnish-American software application engineer and creator of the Linux os, is highlighting the stark contrast in between Finnish companies and Silicon Valley. He suggests that Finnish companies are known for their traditional and conservative technique, often preventing taking risks. On the other hand, Silicon Valley, a center for technology and innovation, is described as a location where people grow on taking risks and pressing limits. Torvalds' use of the phrase "residing on the edge" indicates that the culture in Silicon Valley is one of continuous experimentation and pressing the limitations, while Finnish business might be more hesitant to do so. This quote showcases the cultural distinctions in between these 2 areas and the effect it has on the business world.

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Linus Torvalds This quote is written / told by Linus Torvalds somewhere between December 28, 1969 and today. He was a famous Businessman from Finland. The author also have 37 other quotes.

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