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    https://www.cia.gov/readingroom/docs/DOC_0000498114.pdf

    Soviet Computer Technology: Little Prospect for Catching Up

    We believe that there are many reasons why the Soviets trail the United States in computer technology:

    • The Soviets’ centrally-planned economy does not permit adequate flexibility to design or manufacturing changes frequently encountered in computer production; this situation has often resulted in a shortage of critical components — especially for new products.