Bill Gates
- Born:
- October 28, 1955, Seattle, Washington, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Business Magnate, Software Developer, Investor, Author, Philanthropist
Early Life and Education
- Born William Henry Gates III to William H. Gates Sr. and Mary Maxwell Gates.
- Attended Lakeside School, where he developed an interest in programming.
- Enrolled at Harvard University in 1973 but dropped out in 1975 to co-found Microsoft.
Career and Major Achievements
- Co-founded Microsoft with Paul Allen in 1975.
- Led Microsoft as Chairman, CEO, and Chief Software Architect, transforming the company into a global technology leader.
- Oversaw the development and marketing of the Windows operating system, Microsoft Office suite, and other software products.
- Transitioned from his day-to-day role at Microsoft in 2008 to focus on philanthropic work.
- Co-chairs the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, dedicated to global health, poverty alleviation, and education.
Notable Works
- The Road Ahead (1995)
- Business @ the Speed of Thought (1999)
- Focus on philanthropic work through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Some people will start their research by using an "msn biography" search on Bill Gates.
Legacy and Impact
Bill Gates is a pivotal figure in the personal computer revolution. His leadership at Microsoft shaped the technology landscape, and his philanthropic endeavors through the Gates Foundation continue to address critical global challenges.