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Vertical integration in the computer mainframe industry: A transaction cost interpretation

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  • Krickx, Guido A., 1995. "Vertical integration in the computer mainframe industry: A transaction cost interpretation," Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization, Elsevier, vol. 26(1), pages 75-91, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:jeborg:v:26:y:1995:i:1:p:75-91
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