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Industrial Computer Source

Industrial Computer Source was a company launched in 1985 with the publication of their first Industrial Computer Sourcebook. Industrial Computer Source was also known as ICS. Industrial Computer Source became notable for the volume of Sourcebooks mailed to engineers and scientists.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

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Sourcebook Cover
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Industrial Computer Source was a company launched in 1985 with the publication of their first Industrial Computer Sourcebook. Industrial Computer Source was also known as ICS. Industrial Computer Source became notable for the volume of Sourcebooks mailed to engineers and scientists. The company would mail two to four Sourcebooks per year with quarterly supplements.2

Timeline

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