The Amiga is a family of personal computers developed by Commodore in the 1980s. Known for its advanced graphics and sound capabilities, the Amiga was popular among gamers and multimedia creators. It featured a multitasking operating system, allowing users to run multiple applications simultaneously, which was innovative for its time. The first model, the Amiga 1000, was released in 1985, followed by several other models like the Amiga 500 and Amiga 1200. The Amiga's unique architecture and software, including popular games and applications, contributed to its cult following, even after Commodore's bankruptcy in 1994.