IBM PC introduced, August 12, 1981

· David Farquhar · Aug. 12, 2026, 11:33 a.m.
retro computing IBM PC computer history Technology Impact Industry Analysis
Summary
This blog post reflects on the introduction of the original IBM PC on August 12, 1981, discussing its significant impact on the industry and the world, while also critiquing the nature of prevailing analyses which may be self-serving.
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