Looking at the stock market over the past decade, you'll see that many top-performing stocks have been tech companies. Recent developments have made tech stocks highly attractive and driven their valuations up -- so much so that seven of the world's 10 most valuable companies are in the tech sector.

Regardless of how impressive many tech stocks' gains have been, it's important to remember the value of patience in investing. The focus should always be on the long term.

While the past decade has been lucrative for many investors in tech stocks, the next decade could be just as promising. The following three companies are ones investors should consider buying and holding for the next decade. There will certainly be bumps along the way, but there's a good chance you'll look back and be glad you invested in them now.

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