Bill Gates
Bill Gates (William Henry Gates III; born October 28, 1955) is an American businessman, software developer, and philanthropist. He is best known as the co-founder of Microsoft, one of the world's largest software companies. Gates played a key role in the personal computer revolution and became one of the richest individuals globally. Over time, he shifted his focus toward philanthropy through the Gates Foundation, working on global health, education, and poverty reduction.[1]
Bill Gates 
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| Born | William Henry Gates III
October 28, 1955 Seattle, Washington, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | Harvard University (dropped out) |
| Occupation | Businessman, Software developer, Philanthropist |
| Known for | Co-founding Microsoft, philanthropy |
| Net worth | US$107.7 billion (2026) |
Early Life and Education
Bill Gates was born in Seattle, Washington, United States. His father, William H. Gates Sr., was a lawyer, and his mother, Mary Maxwell Gates, served on several corporate boards. Gates showed an early interest in computers while studying at Lakeside School, where he learned programming.[2]
In 1973, he enrolled at Harvard University, where he studied mathematics and computer science. However, he dropped out in 1975 to pursue his business ambitions in software development.
Career
In 1975, Gates co-founded Microsoft with his childhood friend Paul Allen. The company initially developed programming languages and later became a global leader in software after launching the Windows operating system.
Microsoft's partnership with IBM in the early 1980s helped establish MS-DOS as a standard operating system for personal computers. The release of Microsoft Windows in 1985 further strengthened the company's dominance in the tech industry.
Gates served as CEO of Microsoft until 2000, after which he transitioned to a technology advisory role. He stepped down from the board in 2020.[3]
Philanthropy
Gates is widely recognized for his philanthropic work. In 2000, he and his then-wife Melinda French Gates established the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which became the world's largest private charitable organization.
The foundation focuses on global health, education, poverty alleviation, and disease eradication, including efforts to combat malaria, tuberculosis, and polio. In 2010, Gates co-founded the Giving Pledge with Warren Buffett, encouraging billionaires to donate a majority of their wealth.[4]
Personal Life
Bill Gates married Melinda French in 1994, and the couple has three children. They divorced in 2021 after more than 25 years of marriage.
Gates is known for his interest in reading, science, and innovation. He has also authored books on technology, business, and climate change.
Net Worth
Bill Gates has consistently ranked among the richest individuals in the world. As of 2026, his estimated net worth is around 107.7 billion US dollars.
References
- ↑ https://www.indiatoday.in/education-today/gk-current-affairs/story/quote-of-the-day-by-bill-gates-i-never-took-a-day-off-in-my-twenties-2906411-2026-05-05
- ↑ https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/technology/tech-news/quote-of-the-day-by-microsoft-founder-bill-gates-dont-compare-yourself-with-anyone-in-this-world/articleshow/130794339.cms
- ↑ https://www.gatesnotes.com/home/home-page-topic/reader/the-year-ahead-2026
- ↑ https://www.rotary.org/en/qa-with-bill-gates-the-optimist