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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:microprocessor
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gptkbp:assembly_location
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Intel 8080 assembly
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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 PCB
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gptkbp:community
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active user community
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gptkbp:community_events
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computer clubs
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gptkbp:community_support
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hobbyist community
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gptkbp:compatibility
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limited software compatibility
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gptkbp:cultural_impact
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symbol of the personal computing revolution
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gptkbp:design
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open architecture
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gptkbp:development
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gptkb:Altair_BASIC
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gptkbp:dimensions
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19 x 7 x 16 inches
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gptkbp:display_type
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LED display
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gptkbp:economic_impact
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pioneered personal computing
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gptkbp:expansion_slots
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8 slots
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gptkbp:first_appearance
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gptkb:1975
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gptkbp:form_factor
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desktop
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gptkbp:hardware_limitations
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limited processing power
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gptkbp:historical_impact
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computer revolution
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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gptkb:first_commercially_successful_personal_computer
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gptkbp:home_port
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gptkb:keyboard
serial port
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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MITS Altair 8800 A
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gptkbp:influenced
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software engineering practices
home computer market
hobbyist computing culture
microprocessor development
software development industry
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gptkbp:input_output
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toggle switches
limited I/ O capabilities
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gptkbp:inspiration
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future microcomputers
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gptkbp:interface
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parallel interface
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gptkbp:language_support
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gptkb:BASIC
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gptkbp:legacy
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influenced future microcomputers
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gptkbp:manufacturer
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MITS
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gptkbp:market_launch
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gptkb:1975
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gptkbp:memory_type
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static RAM
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gptkbp:notable_achievements
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sparked the home computer revolution
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gptkbp:notable_contributor
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gptkb:Ed_Roberts
inspired future innovations in computing
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gptkbp:notable_event
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Altair 8800 launch event
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gptkbp:notable_features
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expandable memory
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gptkbp:notable_programs
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gptkb:CP/_M
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gptkbp:notable_users
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gptkb:Bill_Gates
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gptkbp:operating_system
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gptkb:Altair_BASIC
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gptkbp:power_consumption
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50 watts
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gptkbp:power_supply
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5 V DC
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gptkbp:price
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$397
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gptkbp:processor
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gptkb:Intel_8080
modular architecture
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gptkbp:programming_language
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gptkb:Altair_BASIC
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gptkbp:ram
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up to 64 KB
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gptkbp:related_products
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gptkb:MITS_Altair_8800_B
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gptkbp:release_year
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gptkb:1976
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gptkbp:storage
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paper tape
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gptkbp:successor
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gptkb:MITS_Altair_8800_B
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gptkbp:user_base
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early computer enthusiasts
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gptkbp:user_manual
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Altair 8800 User Manual
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gptkbp:weight
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approximately 25 lbs
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:MITS_Altair_8800_B
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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7
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