CompuServe (CompuServe Information Service, also known by its initialism CIS) was an American online service provider, the first major commercial one in the United States described in 1994 as "the oldest of the Big Three information services (the others are Prodigy and America Online)." It dominated the field during the 1980s and remained a major influence through the mid-1990s. At its peak in the early 1990s, CIS was known for its online chat system, message forums covering a variety of topics, extensive software libraries for most computer platforms, and a series of popular online games, notably MegaWars III and Island of Kesmai. It also was known for its introduction of the GIF format for pictures and as a GIF exchange mechanism. In 1997, 17 years after H&R Block had acquired CIS, the parent announced its desire to sell the company. A complex deal was worked out with WorldCom acting as a broker, resulting in CIS being sold to AOL. In 2015, Verizon acquired AOL, including its CompuServe division. In 2017, after Verizon completed its acquisition of Yahoo!, CompuServe became part of Verizon's newly formed Oath Inc. subsidiary.
Digital Dynamics, Inc. (DDI) is a fast-growing technology company that designs and builds best-in-class control hardware for the global semiconductor, metrology, display, solar, and other industries. DDI controls the complex equipment that enables the information age.
DDI is an ISO 9001 certified company, with 40 years of design and manufacturing experience. DDI employs electrical, mechanical, software, and manufacturing engineers who create world leading controllers.
All our products are designed and built in the USA at our facilities in Scotts Valley, California and shipped worldwide. We are 100% employee owned where all employees share the benefit of our rapid growth.
DDI's new generation of EtherCAT I/O controls product line, the SuperIOr® Controller System, is designed for applications that require high speed distributed I/O and can simultaneously manage over 1000 inputs and 1000 outputs with sub-millisecond response times.
About Global IT
At Global IT, we believe strong relationships and a focus on our clients' success are the keys to delivering outstanding IT and Cloud services. For over 20 years, we've helped businesses of all sizes navigate the ever-changing world of technology—earning trust through deep technical expertise, dedicated teams, and a track record of delivering results.
We've stayed in business this long for good reason: we’re adaptable, responsive, and efficient.
Our mission is simple: to help our clients thrive in a fast-paced, technology-driven world. That means giving them access to the right tools and the most capable people to keep things running smoothly and securely.
As a privately owned and financially sound company, we remain committed to being flexible, reliable, and easy to work with—just as we were when we started. Our core offerings include Managed IT (MSP) and Cloud services, and we’re proud to stand out in a competitive industry. Most of our clients choose long-term partnerships with us—1, 2, or 3+ years—with cost-effective renewal options. Our 99%+ annual client retention rate speaks for itself.
We also provide specialized technology consulting across a wide range of projects, from infrastructure and system development to ERP solutions, custom software builds, billing system consolidation, and complex strategic initiatives.
Behind the scenes, we rely on the best technology, systems, and partners. Our data centers in New York and Los Angeles boast 100% uptime, supported by diverse, multi-homed 10+ Gbps connections to leading fiber-optic networks.
Proudly American, family-owned, and based in Los Angeles, Global IT is built on integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to our clients' success.