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IBM Personal Computer AT, a Microcomputer

The IBM PC-AT was introduced in 1984. The "AT" stood for "advanced technology." The machine was the first upgrade from IBMs original PC architecture introduced in 1981 (the XT expanded storage options ...
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CHRONOLOGY-Key dates in the history of the personal computer

TAIPEI, Jan 7 (Reuters) - This year will likely be the first year that laptop PC sales will outstrip those of desktop PCs. Here are some landmark dates in the history of personal computers which ...
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This Day in History: First computer model introduced

(WDBJ) - On this day, 44 years ago, IBM introduced its first personal computer: the model 5150. The computer cost around $1500. It came with only two programs, one for spreadsheets and another for ...
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The Guide to personal computer offerings from IBM

This lavishly illustrated issue of The Guide, published by IBM in the fall of 1982, sold for $3.00. It provided an overview on the latest developments for personal computers in areas ranging from ...