In 1984, with $1,000 and a dream, who founded a computer company later named for himself?

In 1978, the Duchess of Alba, one of the wealthiest women in which country, married an ex-priest? In 1979, which TV sitcom got a new setting and a new title, "Archie Bunker's Place"? In 1981, James G. Nourse hit the bestseller list with "The Simple Solution to..." which puzzle? In 1984, which Democrat won election to the U.S. Senate from Tennessee, succeeding Howard Baker? In 1984, women in Liechtenstein were given which right in national elections for the first time? In 1986, which Procter & Gamble cleansing powder offered a free guide to a famous celestial visitor returning that year? In 1987, a mile-long garbage slick was spotted off Monmouth County in which state? In 1987, Jim Abbott became the first athlete in which sport to win the Sullivan Award as the top U.S. amateur?