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Sun Microsystems
AddedFeb 17, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Sun Microsystems

Sun Microsystems

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Sun Microsystems: A global provider of computer hardware, software, and IT services.

Founded
1982
Overview
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Sun Microsystems, founded on February 24, 1982, by Scott McNealy, Vinod Khosla, Andy Bechtolsheim, and Bill Joy, was a pioneering company in the information technology industry. The company specialized in computer hardware, software, and IT services with a mission to drive network computing innovation. Sun Microsystems developed influential products such as the Java programming language and the Solaris operating system, focusing on enterprise and web infrastructure markets.

Notable figures associated with Sun Microsystems include its founders, who are recognized for their significant contributions to technology. The company achieved remarkable milestones, including the widespread adoption of Java and Solaris, which became industry standards. Sun's impact on the IT landscape was substantial, fostering advancements in network computing and open-source software. In 2010, Sun Microsystems was acquired by Oracle Corporation, marking the end of its independent operations but leaving a lasting legacy in the tech world.

Sun Microsystems - M & A Snapshot

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  • Oracle

    Acquired Sun Microsystems • $7.4B • Jan 27, 2010

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Sun Microsystems - Quick Facts

Who are Sun Microsystems' competitors?

Companies similar to Sun Microsystems include Cisco Systems, Azul Systems, Super Micro Computer and Fujitsu.

When was Sun Microsystems founded?

Sun Microsystems was founded in 1982.

When was Sun Microsystems' last funding round?

Sun Microsystems' most recent funding round was for $7.4B (USD) in April 2009.

How much has Sun Microsystems raised to-date?

As of Apr 20, 2009, Sun Microsystems has raised a total of $7.4B (USD).

Sun Microsystems - Classification

Industry
  • Hardware
Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • Data
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Recurring
  • Software
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Enterprise
Main Product
  • Hardware
  • Software
Tags
  • Cloud
  • SaaS
NAICS
  • 334100Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
  • 334111Electronic Computer Manufacturing
  • 330000Manufacturing
  • 334000Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
  • 334110Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
SIC
  • 3571Electronic computers
  • 3500Industrial And Commercial Machinery And Computer Equipment
  • 3570Computer And Office Equipment
ISIC
  • 2620Manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment
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NAICS
  • 334112Computer Storage Device Manufacturing
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 518000Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
  • 518200Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
  • 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541500Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 510000Information
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 513210Software Publishers
  • 518210Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
  • 541510Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541511Custom Computer Programming Services
SIC
  • 3572Computer Storage Devices
  • 4000Railroad Transportation
  • 5700Home Furniture, Furnishings, And Equipment Stores
  • 7300Business Services
  • 5730Radio, Television, Consumer Electronics, And Music Stores
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 5734Computer And Computer Software Stores
  • 7371Computer Programming Services
  • 7372Prepackaged Software
  • 7379Computer Related Services, Not Elsewhere Classified