Altair 8800 series

GPTKB entity

Statements (53)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:microprocessor
gptkbp:bus_connections gptkb:S-100_bus
gptkbp:community hobbyist community
gptkbp:development MITS
gptkbp:dimensions 19 x 7 x 5 inches
gptkbp:discontinued gptkb:1981
gptkbp:equipment expansion cards
gptkbp:first_computer to use Intel 8080
gptkbp:form_factor desktop
gptkbp:has_programs various applications
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Altair 8800 series
gptkbp:influenced gptkb:cloud_computing
gptkb:networking
gptkb:robotics
gptkb:Software_Development
computer science education
embedded systems
artificial intelligence research
digital electronics
modern computing
computer engineering
computer networking
computer programming languages
hacker culture
DIY electronics
open-source movement
personal computer revolution
computer hardware design
microcontroller development
gptkbp:input_output gptkb:print
gptkb:keyboard
front panel switches
gptkbp:interface gptkb:port
serial port
gptkbp:legacy inspired future microcomputers
gptkbp:manufacturer MITS
gptkbp:monitors gptkb:LED
gptkbp:notable_event introduction at the 1975 Homebrew Computer Club
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:Bill_Gates
gptkb:Paul_Allen
gptkbp:operating_system gptkb:Altair_BASIC
gptkbp:power_supply 5 V DC
gptkbp:price $397
gptkbp:processor gptkb:Intel_8080
gptkbp:programming_language Assembly language
gptkbp:ram up to 64 KB
gptkbp:release_year gptkb:1975
gptkbp:storage magnetic tape
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Altair_8800_B
gptkb:Altair_8800_C
gptkbp:weight 25 lbs
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Altair_8800_B
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6