American businessperson and philanthropist who co-founded Microsoft with Paul Allen in 1975. Microsoft became a major developer of personal-computer software.

Founder profile

Known for: Microsoft

Business founding milestone: 1975

Overview

Bill Gates is included in this BIGSHOR Wiki collection as a notable business founder associated with Microsoft. The collection is an editorial selection, not a ranking of wealth, influence or business performance.

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