William Henry Gates III

William Henry Gates III, commonly known as Bill Gates, is an American business magnate, software developer, philanthropist, and author. Born on October 28, 1955, in Seattle, Washington, Gates co-founded Microsoft Corporation in 1975, which became the world's largest personal-computer software company. He played a crucial role in the development of the personal computer revolution and is known for his innovation and business acumen. Gates held the title of the richest person in the world for many years and remains a prominent figure in technology and philanthropy, focusing on global health and education through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.