Lenovo was founded in Beijing in 1984 as Legend by a group of engineers led by Liu Chuanzhi. Initially a small Chinese computer company, it grew rapidly, becoming one of China’s leading technology firms. In 2005, Lenovo gained global recognition when it acquired IBM’s personal computing division, which included the iconic ThinkPad line. Today, Lenovo is one of the world’s largest technology vendors, known for its innovation and affordable high-performance laptops, including the ThinkPad and Yoga series.