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Pc history

The pc era …

Here is a list of **25 important computers** released between **1975 and 2011**, highlighting their significance in computer history:

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## 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.

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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.

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## 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

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## 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.

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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

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## 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

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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

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## 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

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These computers collectively represent key innovations and trends in computing, from personal computers to mobile devices, influencing technology's trajectory well into the future.