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Bill Gates is a renowned American business magnate, software developer, and philanthropist. He co-founded Microsoft, developed MS-DOS, and has a net worth over $200 billion. Gates has focused on philanthropy through the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, donating billions to global health, education, and poverty alleviation.
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What was his relationship with Paul Allen?
Bill Gates and Paul Allen's Relationship
Bill Gates and Paul Allen were childhood friends and co-founders of Microsoft. They met at Lakeside School in Seattle and shared a passion for computer programming. Their partnership led to the creation of Microsoft in 1975. Although they had differences, their friendship endured, and Allen remained a key figure in Microsoft's early success. After leaving Microsoft in 1983, Allen went on to pursue other ventures, and the two remained friends until Allen's passing in 2018.
Their collaboration and friendship played a significant role in shaping the technology industry, with Gates often acknowledging Allen's contributions to Microsoft's early success.
What ventures was Paul Allen involved with?