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Computing History Apple II

The Apple II transformed personal computing from a niche hobby into a household necessity

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What was a key factor that made the Apple II series revolutionary in the personal computer market?

Its user-friendly design combined with powerful features made computing accessible to everyday users. It was the first computer to use a graphical user interface like modern PCs. It was designed exclusively for corporate and scientific use, not for home users.

SteveO1

Technology and cars

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Computing History Plugboard

Physical patch cords once programmed the world’s earliest computers and secret codes

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How did the plugboard enhance the functionality of early computing and cipher machines?

By storing digital software programs internally for automatic execution By replacing the need for any manual intervention in machine operation By allowing operators to reconfigure electrical circuits quickly, enabling multiple applications on the same machine

Steve_Alias

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Computing History Commodore PET

How a single-box design ignited fierce competition in early personal computing

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What was a key design feature of the Commodore PET that set it apart from many early personal computers?

It was the first computer to feature a color display. It combined the processor, monitor, keyboard, and storage into a single all-in-one unit. It required users to purchase and install separate software before use.

SteveO1

Technology and cars

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Computing History Friden Flexowriter 2201

A typewriter that sparked debate by bridging human typing and computer automation

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What was a key trade-off involved in the use of the Friden Flexowriter 2201 in offices?

It was only capable of manual typing and could not connect to computers Balancing increased automation and efficiency against concerns about job displacement and machine reliability It completely replaced all human typists immediately upon introduction

Physics_At_Sea

Physicist from London with special interest in Quantum Mechanics

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Computing History TV Typewriter

The TV Typewriter transformed ordinary televisions into affordable computer displays, igniting the personal computing movement.

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What was the main impact of the TV Typewriter on early computer users?

It introduced color graphics to home computers for the first time. It was the first device to connect computers to the internet. It made computer terminals affordable and accessible by using standard televisions as displays.

Underground

Underground music and art

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Computing History Apple II Microcomputer

The Apple II's open design empowered users to create software and hardware expansions, fueling early personal computing innovation.

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What was a key factor that set the Apple II apart from many of its competitors in the late 1970s?

It was the first computer to use a graphical user interface. Its open architecture allowed users to expand and customize the system. It was designed exclusively for business use and not for personal or educational purposes.

JAG_GUY

Jaguar Enthusiast Par Excellence who writes about car-related topics

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Computing History Commodore 64

The Commodore 64 remains the best-selling single computer model in history, blending power and affordability.

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What was a key factor in the Commodore 64 becoming the best-selling desktop computer model of all time?

Its exclusive use in government and military applications. It was the first computer to use a graphical user interface (GUI). Its combination of advanced graphics and sound hardware with an affordable price.

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TECHNOLOGY Computing History Commodore PET

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The Commodore PET pioneered the all-in-one personal computer design with built-in BASIC and monitor

3 Feb 2026

The Commodore PET pioneered the all-in-one personal computer design with built-in BASIC and monitor The Commodore PET (Personal Electronic Transactor) is a line of personal computers produced by Commodore International, first introduced in 1977. It...

Physics_At_Sea

Physicist from London with special interest in Quantum Mechanics

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Computing History Don Lancaster

Don Lancaster's pioneering work helped shape the early personal computing revolution with accessible technical guides

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What was one of Don Lancaster's main contributions to the microcomputer community?

Developing the first commercially successful microprocessor chip Creating the first graphical user interface for personal computers Authoring accessible technical books and articles that helped hobbyists build microcomputer systems

Physics_At_Sea

Physicist from London with special interest in Quantum Mechanics

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Computing History KIM-1 Single-Board Computer

KIM-1 revolutionized early personal computing with its affordable, expandable 6502-based design

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What feature of the KIM-1 made it particularly accessible and popular among early computer hobbyists?

Its use of a graphical user interface Its built-in internet connectivity Its low price and easy-access expandability

PeterPan

Interested in JM Barrie and other children’s writers

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Computing History IBM Personal Computer 5150

The IBM PC 5150 set the standard for personal computers and shaped the industry for decades

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What was a key factor in the IBM PC 5150 becoming the de facto standard for personal computers?

Its open architecture allowed third-party hardware and software compatibility. It was the first computer to use a graphical user interface. It was the cheapest personal computer available at the time.

JAG_GUY

Jaguar Enthusiast Par Excellence who writes about car-related topics

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Computing History UNIVAC I

UNIVAC I ushered in the era of commercial computing with groundbreaking efficiency

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What was the significance of UNIVAC I in the history of computing?

It was the first computer designed for business and administrative use. It was the first computer to use a graphical user interface. It was the first portable computer for personal use.

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