Adam Osborne

Engineer and founder of Osborne Computer

Adam Osborne - Engineer and founder of Osborne Computer
Born

March 6th, 1939
86 years ago

Died

March 18th, 2003
22 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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An engineer and businessman, founded the Osborne Computer Corporation in 1981. The company is recognized for producing the first commercially successful portable computer, the Osborne 1, which played a significant role in the personal computing revolution. Following this, the corporation struggled after the announcement of the Osborne 2 and subsequently declared bankruptcy in 1983. Contributions to the computer industry were not limited to manufacturing; the promotion of portable computing has influenced design and mobility in technology.

Founded Osborne Computer Corporation

Introduced the Osborne 1 portable computer

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