Steve Wozniak — The Engineer Who Made Computers Personal Steve Wozniak, known as “The Woz,” is one of the most iconic figures in the history of technology and electronics. Born in San José, California, in 1950, he showed a great interest in electronics from a very young age. He loved designing circuits, building devices, and understanding how things worked. His passion for technology and creativity later changed the world. In the mid-1970s, while working at Hewlett-Packard, Wozniak began designing a personal computer as a hobby. Along with his friend Steve Jobs, he co-founded Apple Computer in 1976. Wozniak was the main mind behind the creation of the Apple I and the Apple II, two revolutionary computers that introduced the concept of personal computing to millions of people. The Apple II, in particular, became one of the first successful mass-produced computers in history. What made Wozniak’s work unique was his focus on simplicity and innovation. He designed circuits...