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Rise of Remote
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The History of Remote Work, 1560-Present (with Infographic) (Updated)

Around the world, more people than ever are engaging in remote work. While the COVID-19 pandemic triggered a massive migration away from the traditional workplace, the evolution of remote work began long before. From the world’s first offices to the social and technological shifts that spawned a remote revolution, this infographic tells the story.

For more articles like this one, please visit our Special Report: Rise of Remote. This initiative leverages Toptal’s expertise, providing tools and resources in this time of unprecedented change.

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The evolution of remote work

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