Computers for Business: Life After IBM PC: Margin-Cutting 8-Bit Micros

Article Abstract:

The introduction of the 16-bit IBM PC may help stem the proliferation of diverse and incompatible hardware, languages, operating systems and other software. As buyers opt for the newer 16-bit machines, a beneficial fallout may be that 8-bit suppliers will cut prices. The IBM PC runs on its own plus CPM-86 operating systems and may induce more standardized and friendlier software. IBM documentation is superior to much that is on the market and will stir its competition to do better.

Price cutting, Microcomputer, 8-Bit

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Good Value For Money

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The Morrow MD system is reviewed. The Morrow is compact with an eighty column display and a 200 byte disk drive. The system also has the capability for virtual disk drive and other disks can be used by the Morrow. The manual was not well written. It comes with several packages including WordStar; Bazic, a high speed BASIC; a spreadsheet function; and a dictionary. A photograph is included.

Disk drives, Computer Systems, New Product, Morrow MD2 (microcomputer)

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Good Documentation Makes it Attractive

Article Abstract:

The Sirius is a powerful 16-bit personal computer, with a clearly read green monitor and standard keyboard. The system operates on CPM-86 and MS-DOS, so it can use both systems' software. The computer comes with a good manual and a good teaching package called Teach. A spreadsheet and word processing program are also provided.

Software, Products, Sirius

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