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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:microprocessor
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gptkbp:assembly_location
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yes
Intel 8080 Assembly
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gptkbp:availability
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third-party software
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gptkbp:bus_connections
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8-bit
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gptkbp:circuit
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single-sided
single-sided PCB
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gptkbp:community
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active forums
hobbyist community
active user groups
enthusiasts and hobbyists
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gptkbp:community_support
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enthusiast forums
growing hobbyist community
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gptkbp:compatibility
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limited
limited to specific applications
CP/ M operating system
Intel 8080 software
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gptkbp:components
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gptkb:microprocessor
gptkb:automobile
gptkb:computer
gptkb:power_adapter
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gptkbp:cooling_system
|
passive cooling
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gptkbp:cultural_impact
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symbol of the 1970s tech boom
inspired a generation of programmers
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gptkbp:debut
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gptkb:1975
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gptkbp:design_feature
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modular design
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gptkbp:designed_by
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MITS
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gptkbp:development
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gptkb:Altair_BASIC_interpreter
gptkb:1974
open architecture
manual programming
sparked the microcomputer revolution
led to Microsoft
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gptkbp:dimensions
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19 x 7 x 12 inches
19 x 7 x 5 inches
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gptkbp:economic_impact
|
gptkb:significant
computer hardware industry
increased interest in personal computing
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gptkbp:educational_value
|
computer science education
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gptkbp:end_of_life
|
gptkb:1980s
gptkb:1983
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gptkbp:ended
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individuals and small businesses
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gptkbp:expansion_slots
|
8
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gptkbp:featured_in
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gptkb:Popular_Electronics_magazine
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gptkbp:first_appearance
|
gptkb:Popular_Electronics_magazine
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gptkbp:first_commercial_success
|
in personal computing market
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gptkbp:first_software
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gptkb:Altair_BASIC
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gptkbp:form_factor
|
desktop
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gptkbp:hardware_limitations
|
limited graphics capabilities
|
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gptkbp:has_documentation
|
technical manuals
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|
gptkbp:has_programs
|
gptkb:Altair_BASIC
|
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gptkbp:historical_context
|
emergence of personal computing
|
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gptkbp:historical_impact
|
inspired future generations of engineers
led to the rise of software companies
|
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gptkbp:historical_significance
|
first commercially successful microcomputer
first widely available personal computer
pioneered the personal computing revolution
landmark in computing history
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gptkbp:home_port
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keyboard (optional)
printer (optional)
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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Altair 8800
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gptkbp:influenced
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gptkb:Software_Development
early software development
personal computer revolution
software development industry
|
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gptkbp:influenced_by
|
gptkb:Intel_8080_microprocessor
gptkb:Homebrew_Computer_Club
homebrew computer club
|
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gptkbp:influenced_companies
|
Apple, IBM, Commodore
|
|
gptkbp:innovation
|
front panel interface
|
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gptkbp:input_output
|
LED indicators
front panel switches
toggle switches
120 V AC
5 V DC
front panel switches and LEDs
|
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gptkbp:inspiration
|
future personal computers
|
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gptkbp:inspired
|
future personal computers
future microcomputers
other microcomputers
|
|
gptkbp:interface
|
serial port
|
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gptkbp:is_a_supporter_of
|
gptkb:1975_West_Coast_Computer_Faire
|
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gptkbp:key_people
|
gptkb:Ed_Roberts
|
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gptkbp:launch_event
|
January 1975 issue of Popular Electronics
1975 World Altair Computer Convention
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gptkbp:legacy
|
pioneered personal computing
pioneered home computing
paved the way for future PCs
inspired the development of other personal computers
influenced modern PCs
|
|
gptkbp:manufacturer
|
gptkb:Micro_Instrumentation_and_Telemetry_Systems
|
|
gptkbp:market_launch
|
hobbyist market
|
|
gptkbp:market_segment
|
personal computing
|
|
gptkbp:marketed_as
|
gptkb:Popular_Electronics_magazine
the first commercially successful personal computer
the first personal computer
|
|
gptkbp:material
|
metal chassis
|
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gptkbp:members
|
gptkb:Altair_Users_Group
|
|
gptkbp:memory_type
|
static RAM
|
|
gptkbp:model
|
gptkb:Altair_8800
|
|
gptkbp:monitors
|
gptkb:LED
LED lights
|
|
gptkbp:notable_achievement
|
gptkb:first_commercially_successful_personal_computer
first computer to use Intel 8080
|
|
gptkbp:notable_collaborations
|
gptkb:Microsoft_Corporation
|
|
gptkbp:notable_contributor
|
sparked the personal computer revolution
|
|
gptkbp:notable_event
|
first public demonstration
introduction of microprocessors
|
|
gptkbp:notable_feature
|
modular design
expandable architecture
expandable memory
|
|
gptkbp:notable_features
|
expandable architecture
|
|
gptkbp:notable_programs
|
gptkb:Microsoft_Altair_BASIC
|
|
gptkbp:notable_users
|
gptkb:Bill_Gates
|
|
gptkbp:operating_system
|
gptkb:Altair_BASIC
gptkb:CP/_M
|
|
gptkbp:power_consumption
|
low
|
|
gptkbp:power_supply
|
5 V DC
|
|
gptkbp:price
|
$397
|
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gptkbp:processor
|
gptkb:Intel_8080
2 MHz
8-bit
|
|
gptkbp:production_years
|
gptkb:1977
gptkb:1980
|
|
gptkbp:programming_language
|
gptkb:Altair_BASIC_interpreter
gptkb:Basic
Assembly language
debugging tools
manual coding
|
|
gptkbp:ram
|
up to 64 KB
|
|
gptkbp:related_products
|
gptkb:Altair_8800_B
|
|
gptkbp:release_year
|
gptkb:1975
|
|
gptkbp:released
|
gptkb:1975
|
|
gptkbp:sales
|
over 50,000 units
over 5000 units
|
|
gptkbp:storage
|
expansion cards
paper tape
|
|
gptkbp:successor
|
gptkb:Altair_8800_B
gptkb:Altair_8800_A
|
|
gptkbp:supports
|
gptkb:assembly_language
|
|
gptkbp:user_base
|
enthusiasts
hobbyists
early computer enthusiasts
|
|
gptkbp:user_experience
|
hands-on programming
|
|
gptkbp:user_interface
|
manual input
|
|
gptkbp:user_manual
|
Owner's Manual
provided basic programming instructions
Altair 8800 Owner's Manual
|
|
gptkbp:uses
|
binary code
|
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gptkbp:weight
|
approximately 25 lbs
|
|
gptkbp:bfsParent
|
gptkb:Apple_II
gptkb:C_programming_language
gptkb:Apple_I
|
|
gptkbp:bfsLayer
|
4
|