написать Summary к тексту Lenovo is one of the great success stories of the modern Chinese economy. Once mainly known as China's personal computer (PC) market leader, it became a household name worldwide with its purchase of IBM's PC division. The company, originally called Legend, began like many other technology companiesas a small start-up. In 1984, 11 computer scientists started the firm in a small building in Beijing. Their research and know-how were important tools as they built low-cost computers the domestic market. By the mid-1990s, Legend had grown into the top-selling PC maker in China's home and office markets. The following decade, the com- pany changed its name too Lenovo (see table). Along with the name change came a big move that really raised eyebrows. In 2005, Lenovo completed the acquisition of IBM's PC division, including its desktop and notebook lines. This was huge news. After all, IBM had been largely responsible for the birth of the home PC market 20 years earlier. It had invented the laptop computer, and its ThinkPad line was one of the world's top brands. Lenovo had boldly announced to the world that it was a serious force in the PC industry. Lenovo quickly made changes to the ThinkPad line. For instance, it started selling ThinkPads (which had always been black) in titanium. It also sold versions of the notebooks with wider screens. These changes were met with some resistance, yet Lenovo was determined to make the line its own as it left IBM's shadow. Taking its place as an industry leader, the company has been praised for its support in the fight against piracy. In April 2006, Lenovo signed a $1.2 billion deal with Microsoft, agreeing to install Windows operating systems on its new computers, The company has also helped build its brand by sponsoring the Olympics. After the IBM deal, Lenovo took its place as the world's third-largest PC seller. Along with computers, Lenovo develops cell phones, com- puter equipment, and other electronic products. With over 20 years in the business, $13 billion i erhouse that we'll surely be hearing from for many years to come. revenues, and 20,000 employees, it's a powerhouse that we will surely be hearing from many years to come.
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