SoftKey was a software company known for producing educational and productivity software during the 1980s and 1990s. It gained popularity for its user-friendly applications, which were designed for personal computers. The company was particularly recognized for its innovative approach to software packaging and marketing. In 1995, SoftKey acquired the rights to several well-known software titles, including those from The Learning Company and Grolier. This expansion helped SoftKey become a significant player in the software industry, ultimately leading to its merger with Houghton Mifflin in 1999.