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Microsoft Volume I

Acquired

CHAPTER

The Birth of Microsoft and IBM's Entry into the PC Market

This chapter explores the early days of Microsoft, focusing on the significance of IBM entering the personal computer market in 1980. It discusses the technical aspects of early microcomputers, the limitations of eight-bit processors, and the strategic choices made by IBM in developing the IBM microcomputer. The narrative also highlights the pivotal moment when IBM partners with Microsoft for the IBM PC, showcasing the importance of software and the significant roles of key individuals in shaping Microsoft's growth.

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