PDP-20 Model B

GPTKB entity

Statements (50)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf computer
gptkbp:architect word-oriented architecture
gptkbp:compatibleWith PDP-10_software
gptkbp:coolingSystem air-cooled
gptkbp:developer time-sharing systems
interactive computing
early AI research
gptkbp:dimensions 30 x 24 x 72 inches
gptkbp:formFactor rack-mounted
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label PDP-20 Model B
gptkbp:inputOutput disk drives
serial and parallel ports
tape drives
line printers
graphics terminals
gptkbp:instructionSet 20-bit instruction set
gptkbp:isATypeOf gptkb:Unibus
gptkbp:language ALGOL
LISP
assembly language
FORTRAN
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Digital_Equipment_Corporation
gptkbp:maximumDepth 128 KB
gptkbp:notableFeature community support
debugging tools
modular design
virtual memory
system diagnostics
user-friendly interfaces
dynamic address translation
expandable architecture
multiprogramming
extensive documentation
educational use
support for peripheral devices
support for multiple users
flexible input/output options
high-speed memory access
high-level I/O control
gptkbp:notableUsers gptkb:Harvard_University
gptkb:Stanford_University
gptkb:MIT
gptkbp:operatingHours TOPS-20
gptkbp:powers AC power supply
gptkbp:processor KA-10
gptkbp:RAM core memory
gptkbp:releaseYear 1968
gptkbp:successor gptkb:PDP-20_Model_D
gptkb:PDP-20_Model_C
gptkbp:weight approximately 500 lbs