The Garages, Dorm Rooms, And Coffee Shops Where The World's Most Famous Tech Companies Were Started

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Box's first office was a garage that Aaron Levie also used as a bedroom.

Even the most successful tech companies had to start somewhere.

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Many companies that are now worth billions were launched from makeshift headquarters in relatives' garages and living rooms.

Others were started in dorm rooms and coffee shops, where young coders could make use of the free Wi-Fi and plentiful caffeine.

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