Steve Wozniak, founder of Apple, went to Warsaw

– Of course, I realize that Woźniak is a Polish surname. There are many Wo Woniaks in the United States. I've always been proud of my Polish roots – pointed out the creator of Apple I and Apple II.

At the meeting, Steve Wozniak spoke about the origins of Apple. What he thought was the key to the success of the company, was the innovation. "Woz" pointed out that in the 1970s, many computer production companies were focusing on hobbyists and technology enthusiasts. Apple has directed its devices to "ordinary" Americans.

It is interesting to note that before Wozniak and Jobs worked together on Apple I, "Woz" went to Hewlett-Packard with his project, but was sent back with a receipt.

I suggested to HP to create a computer, but they sent me back five times

– reminds Wozniak.

"Deregulation? Tim Cook is wrong"

Although Wozniak has been actively involved in Apple's current operations for many years, he is on the company's payroll and is officially the number one employee.

"Woz" admits that his legendary sincerity sometimes causes him trouble. "I have repeatedly received calls from Apple with claims that I had misunderstood in the interview, but unfortunately, my words are often broken," he said. he admits.

Wozniak pointed out that Apple is still an innovative company that focuses on its users and protects their privacy. The friend of Steve Jobs does not always agree with the current president of Apple, Tim Cook.

Cook has repeatedly emphasized that "deregulation is the best form of regulation". Wozniak is of a different opinion. In addition, he does not believe in strengthening companies with strict regulations. However, he believes that the government should defend its competitiveness in the market. "Large companies should not threaten the smaller ones" – said "Woz".

"Facebook? I have 5000 friends, but I do not know them"

Steve Wozniak is not owned by Facebook fans. "The idea was noble." It started with "Let's Join People" – it was cool, but soon the second idea came up: "How to make money on them" – and it was not cool – pointed out "Woz"

He also revealed that he himself had a Facebook account, but he deleted it after only three months. "I suddenly realized that I had 5,000 friends on Facebook, but I do not know them at all, when I said it was not for me," he said. -He underlines.

100×100 is a project implemented by the Polish National Foundation (PFN), created on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of Poland's reconquest of independence. In this context, 100 meetings will take place with well-known personalities of public life – artists, actors, athletes, intellectuals, entrepreneurs and opinion leaders.