Technology companies have had a profound effect on our daily lives over many decades, so much so that some of their brand names have become linked with the actions they enable. 

One company was once a dominant player in the photography industry and its name has become synonymous with taking photographs. Another was once a major player in the video rental industry and its name has become associated with popular and successful movies or TV shows...

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