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How Tim Cook started at Apple in 1998, and how 15 years of being the CEO ends

Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down from his position after 15 years, leaving a 28-year legacy at the company. Here's how Cook started at Apple, and how it's winding down. Tim Cook [left] with Steve Jobs [right] The departure of Cook to the board brings to an end a long tenure at Apple, one which sa…

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How Tim Cook started at Apple in 1998, and how 15 years of being the CEO ends

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