Pc history The pc era … Here is a list of **25 important computers** released between **1975 and 2011**, highlighting their significance in computer history: --- ## 1970s 1. **Altair 8800 (1975)** Often credited as the first commercially successful personal computer. Got one 2. **Apple I (1976)** One of the first personal computers used widely, designed by Steve Wozniak and sold by Apple. 3. **TRS-80 (1977)** An early mass-market personal computer produced by RadioShack. === > 4. **Apple II (1977)** Known for its color graphics and user expandability. First usable & popular 5. **Commodore PET (1977)** Featured a built-in keyboard, monitor, and data storage. 6. **IBM 5100 (1975)** One of the first portable computers with programming languages like APL and BASIC. < Real start 1979 visicalc for apple ii === === === --- start ## 1980s 7. **IBM PC (1981)** The first IBM PC established the standard for future personal computers. Kuyen fam - 1988 8. **Commodore 64 (1982)** Famous for being affordable and featuring advanced graphics and sound. Got one 9. **Apple Lisa (1983)** One of the first personal computers with a graphical user interface. 10. **Atari ST (1985)** Known for its music capabilities and built-in MIDI interface. 1983 atari 600xl - bij Addo 11. **Amiga 500 (1987)** A popular home computer known for advanced graphics and multimedia capabilities. Bw 12. **Macintosh (1984)** The first mass-market personal computer with a graphical user interface and mouse. Had one - 1994 --- ## 1990s 13. **IBM PS/2 (1987)** Introduced the VGA display standard and the 3.5" floppy disk drive. 14. **Pentium (1993)** A significant advancement in CPU architecture and performance for personal computers. === M’s first laptop 1991 introduced 1995 powerbook m - neural servo 2007 paper - hip matches 15. **Apple iMac (1998)** Known for its innovative design and integration of internet capabilities. Mascha 16. **Windows 95 (1995)** Not a computer, but its launch revolutionized personal computing with a user-friendly interface. 17. **BeBox (1995)** Known for its dual processor design, aimed at multimedia applications. BeOs - could have become MacOs --- ## 2000s 20. **Xbox 360 (2005)** Although a gaming console, its architecture had significant computing capabilities. With Fan! 2006 21. **Asus EEE PC (2007)** Popularized netbooks, emphasizing portability and efficiency. In Tallinn! 2008 - linux !! THE LAST PC (20) - 10 v 14 with me / friends === end - 2010 - solo -> cyberpunk - looking for excit === === === NEW ERA - post pc - 2011 iPh 4s … best sold compu ever 22. **Google Chromebook (2011)** A shift toward cloud computing and internet-based applications. Had one - 2025 --- ## 2010s 23. **Apple iPad (2010)** Revolutionized mobile computing and tablet design. samsung tab - 2010 24. **Raspberry Pi (2012)** Although slightly outside your range, it's worth mentioning for its role in education and DIY computing. Got one - 2018 25. **Microsoft Surface (2012)** Combined the features of a laptop and tablet, promoting hybrid computing. Had one - 2014 --- These computers collectively represent key innovations and trends in computing, from personal computers to mobile devices, influencing technology's trajectory well into the future.