personal computer
Japanese Name:
パソコン
Romaji Name:
pasokon
Description
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A personal computer (PC) is an electronic machine used for many tasks such as writing documents, browsing the internet, watching videos, playing games, and more. It can be a desktop (a larger computer placed on a desk) or a laptop (a smaller, portable computer).
History
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The concept of a personal computer — a small, affordable computer designed for individual use — emerged in the 1970s.
The first personal computers were developed in the early 1970s, such as the Kenbak-1 (1971) and the Altair 8800 (1975).
In 1977, Apple released the Apple II, one of the first successful mass-produced personal computers.
The introduction of the IBM PC in 1981 popularized the term and standard for personal computers worldwide.
The growth of graphical user interfaces (GUIs), such as those in the Apple Macintosh (1984) and Microsoft Windows (1985), made computers easier to use for the general public.
In Japan, the term パソコン became popular as personal computers spread widely during the 1980s and 1990s, both for home and business use.
Today, personal computers include desktops, laptops, and tablets, and they are essential tools for work, communication, entertainment, and education globally.