3. Introduction of the Personal Computer
The early 1980s witnessed a technological revolution with the arrival of the IBM PC in 1981 and the Apple Macintosh in 1984. For the first time, personal computers became accessible to both households and businesses, transforming everyday life and work. This leap made information and communication more efficient, laying the foundation for today’s digital society. The impact of these innovations continues to shape our connected world. Learn more at the Computer History Museum.
