HP (Hewlett-Packard) computing and printing solutions

HP, originally known as Hewlett-Packard, is a cornerstone of American technology history, founded in a garage in Palo Alto, California, by Bill Hewlett and David Packard in 1939. This garage is now considered the 'Birthplace of Silicon Valley.' The company initially gained fame for its high-precision electronic instruments before becoming a global leader in personal computing and printing solutions.

In 2015, the original company underwent a significant corporate split into two distinct entities: HP Inc., which retained the consumer-facing personal systems and printing business, and Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), which focused on business servers, storage, and networking. Today, HP Inc. remains headquartered in Palo Alto and continues to operate as an independent, publicly traded global leader.

Manufacturing for HP products is distributed globally to maintain a resilient supply chain. While high-end research and design take place in the United States, the assembly and production of laptops, desktops, and printers occur in various locations, including China, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Mexico, and Brazil. The company is currently noted for its focus on 'AI PCs' and sustainable printing technology as of its 2026 fiscal outlook.