Diary Of An 80s Computer Geek: A Decade of Micro Computers, Video Games and Cassette Tape

Steven Howlett

ISBN 10: 1500577855 / ISBN 13: 9781500577858

Published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform 18/07/2014, 2014

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Diary Of An 80s Computer Geek: A Decade of Micro Computers, Video Games and Cassette Tape
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform 18/07/2014
• Publication Date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1500577855
• ISBN 13: 9781500577858
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

From bright colours and big hair to synthesized songs and day glow wardrobes. The 1980s were certainly loud, often garish and utterly fabulous - no matter how embarrassing the outfits were. There are so many elements, which made the 80s a truly great decade, but one of the greatest contributions, if not the greatest, is the mass introduction of affordable 8-bit home micro computers. These curious machines of geekdom changed the way we regarded computers and technology. No longer were they the sole perverse of tweed jacket clad scientists sporting unruly beards, micro computers were now forming a staple inventory in millions of homes. Much of the technology that we enjoy today, such as desktop computers, notebooks, tablets, gaming consoles and smart phones, all of which are often taken for granted, can be traced back to this innovative decade. If you were a child of the 80s and remember the joy of receiving your very first home computer or maybe a young adult who fondly remembers the excitement, then you will appreciate this unabashed reminiscence of a simpler time whose adolescent technological was on the cusp of great advancements. This book is intended as celebration and reflection of all the computer technology that made the 80s such a wonderful, pioneering period and follows the journey of a self confessed, teenaged computer geek who experienced and enjoyed every ground breaking moment, including publishing his own software. 10 Print “The 80s are fab!” 20 Goto 10 Run Author's Comments: The current edition is dated 31st January 2016 and has been edited based on customer feedback.