Bob Metcalfe co-invented Ethernet at Xerox PARC in the 1970s, revolutionizing computer networking. He founded 3Com Corporation and has been a prominent venture capitalist and technology commentator. His interests reflect deep engagement with ideas about individual liberty, evolutionary biology, and technological progress.
3 Books Recommended by Bob Metcalfe
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Atlas Shrugged
23 people recommendedMy favorite book.
Also recommended by: Elon Musk, Mark Cuban, Peter Thiel, Steve Jobs, Brian Armstrong, Ev Williams, Ray Dalio, Travis Kalanick, Amelia Boone, Austen Allred, Blake Scholl, Patrick Bet David, Fred Wilson, Gabby Reece, Joe De Sena, John Carmack, Paul Krugman, Peter Diamandis, Phil Jackson, Rand Paul, Russell Brunson, Shah Rukh Khan
The Selfish Gene
13 people recommendedIt just seemed to explain everything.
Also recommended by: Elon Musk, Brian Armstrong, Ev Williams, Charlie Munger, David Deutsch, Mark Manson, Matt Ridley, Mr Money Mustache, Nick Szabo, Phil Libin, Tai Lopez, Derek Sivers
Future Forward
5 people recommendedPat McGovern was an entrepreneur's entrepreneur.
Also recommended by: Bill Gates, Marc Benioff, Guy Kawasaki, Walter Isaacson
