Steve Jobs: His life in pictures

Steve Jobs, the irrepressible and iconic leader of the personal computer revolution who passed away aged 56, had been the undisputed king of Silicon Valley for the better part of three decades.

Here, we take a look at his life: From adoptee to college dropout to business maverick and cancer patient, these are some of the personal and professional highlights of the great man's life.

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