Early Life and Education
Bill Gates was born on October 28, 1955, in Seattle, Washington. He showed early interest in computers and attended Lakeside School, where he first wrote software. He later enrolled at Harvard University but left in 1975 to pursue a full-time career in technology.
Founding Microsoft and Business Career
In 1975, Gates co-founded Microsoft with Paul Allen. The company developed the MS-DOS operating system and later the Windows graphical interface, which became widely used worldwide. He served as CEO and later chairman, guiding Microsoft through the growth of personal computing and enterprise software.
Philanthropy and Later Focus
Gates stepped down from his day-to-day Microsoft role in 2008 to focus on the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The foundation works on global health, education, and poverty reduction. He continues to be involved in technology, climate, and global development initiatives.
