The PC-8000 is a personal computer model developed by NEC in the early 1980s. It was part of the NEC PC series and was known for its compatibility with the MS-DOS operating system. The PC-8000 featured a 16-bit microprocessor and supported various software applications, making it suitable for both business and personal use. This computer was notable for its expandability, allowing users to add additional hardware components like memory and storage. The PC-8000 played a significant role in the early days of personal computing, contributing to the growth of the PC market during that era.