This document provides a high-level summary of the key components and development of personal computers from their origins to modern configurations. It begins with the birth of the personal computer from earlier home and microcomputers. It then discusses the key components that enabled the first IBM PC, including the Intel 8088 processor, Microsoft's MS-DOS operating system, and early specifications. The document proceeds to outline the development of processors, operating systems, memory and hardware over time. It concludes with descriptions of modern motherboard components, ports, and power supply systems.