personal computer

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Time magazine named the personal computer its "Machine of the Year" in 1982.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

The idea of artificial intelligence, let alone a personal computer, was a fantasy at best.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

The 1.7-million-square-foot office facility, previously used by tech company IBM, is the birthplace of the personal computer, according to the campus’ website.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 31, 2026

They took her phone, a work and personal computer and a Garmin watch, the outlet said.

From BBC • Jan. 14, 2026

If you talk to veterans of Silicon Valley, they’ll tell you that the most important date in the history of the personal computer revolution was January 1975.

From "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell