Gaming Computers London
The following articles will give you a look at early home computers, such as the Commodore VIC-20, Sinclair ZX Spectrum and Atari XEGS. You can also find articles to help you learn about the hardware needed to bulid high-specification modern gaming computers and tips on maximising their performance.
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APF Imagination Machine London
The Imagination Machine came with the APF Basic compiler, which enabled consumers to compose their own games and programs with the help of an instruction manual that explained how the specialised code worked. A mailing list was also available that included code that users could recompile to create games and other programs. Read on.
Bally Astrocade London
The Astrocade was particularly notable for its very powerful graphics capabilities, using a video display chip that was also used in Midway's standup arcade games. The Astrocade used game cartridges known as Videocades that were similar in size and shape to a cassette tape, and also had two games built into the ROM, Checkmate and Gunfight, along with the simple calculator and a doodle program called Scribbling. Read on.
Commodore 64 London
Commodore 64 is the best selling single personal computer model of all time, selling around 17 million units during its lifespan. C64 (also known as the C= 64, CBM 64 or the VIC-64) was distributed not only through authorized dealers, but also via toy shops and department stores.
Commodore 128 London
The Commodore 128 (also known as the C128, CBM 128 or the C=128) was the last 8-bit home computer released by Commodore Business Machines (CBM). If you are interested in this computer, keep on reading for details.
Commodore VIC-20 London
The VIC-20, which was an 8-bit home computer released in Japan in 1980 (under the name VIC-1001) and in the US and Europe in 1981, was designed to very user-friendly, and was marketed in toy shops and department stores in addition to traditional authorised dealers. Read on.
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APF Imagination Machine London
The Imagination Machine came with the APF Basic compiler, which enabled consumers to compose their own games and programs with the help of an instruction manual that explained how the specialised code worked. A mailing list was also available that included code that users could recompile to create games and other programs. Read on.
Bally Astrocade London
The Astrocade was particularly notable for its very powerful graphics capabilities, using a video display chip that was also used in Midway's standup arcade games. The Astrocade used game cartridges known as Videocades that were similar in size and shape to a cassette tape, and also had two games built into the ROM, Checkmate and Gunfight, along with the simple calculator and a doodle program called Scribbling. Read on.
Central Processing Unit (CPU) London
The CPU (Central Processing Unit) is important components in any computer system, and is responsible for central game processes, computing physics and AI. Read on to know how to choose one.
Commodore 128 London
The Commodore 128 (also known as the C128, CBM 128 or the C=128) was the last 8-bit home computer released by Commodore Business Machines (CBM). If you are interested in this computer, keep on reading for details.
Commodore 64 London
Commodore 64 is the best selling single personal computer model of all time, selling around 17 million units during its lifespan. C64 (also known as the C= 64, CBM 64 or the VIC-64) was distributed not only through authorized dealers, but also via toy shops and department stores.
Commodore VIC-20 London
The VIC-20, which was an 8-bit home computer released in Japan in 1980 (under the name VIC-1001) and in the US and Europe in 1981, was designed to very user-friendly, and was marketed in toy shops and department stores in addition to traditional authorised dealers. Read on.
Early Gaming Computers London
In this section, you can find out more about the early home computers used for gaming, including the Atari XEGS , Sinclair ZX81 and Commodore Amiga CDTV , along with home computers that were not released in the UK, such as the Sharp X68000 and Commodore MAX Machine , which were released only for the Japanese market. If you want to find out more about the early computer games that could be played on these machines. Read on
Gaming Computer Cases London
Usually made of steel, aluminium or plastic, the case houses and protects the main components of the computer, in addition to containing cooling elements to prevent overheating for high-end components. Read to know how to choose a good case for your gaming computer.
Gaming Computers London
In this article, we take a look at early home computers, such as the Commodore VIC-20 , Sinclair ZX Spectrum and Atari XEGS , and also include a guide to the hardware need to bulid high-specification modern gaming computers and tips on maximising their performance.
Graphics London
Selecting a gaming video card depends on individual needs and budgets; gamers should look to buy the best graphics card they can afford in order to enjoy the best 3D gaming experience possible. Read on for details.
Hard Drive London
While choosing a hard drive, thare are three main features to look out: speed, size and the type of interface. If you are considering buying a hard drive for your gaming computers, keep on reading to know more.
Maximising Performance of a Gaming Computer London
The performance of a gaming computer can be measured by two standards - visual quality and framerate. Read on this article to know how to balance this two aspects in order to maximising computer performance.
Memory London
The performance of a gaming computer is greatly affected by the amount and type of RAM onboard; the more RAM a computer has, the faster any games and programs will run. Read on to know how to choose the right memories for your gaming computers.
Monitor London
Here in this article we will take a look at the things that we should take into account while choosing a monitor. If you are interested in this topic, keep on reading for some tips.
PC Hardware London
In this article, we take a look at all the components needed to make up a gaming computer, with a guide to the minimum and recommended specifications you'll need to enjoy a high quality gaming experience.
Server London
A server is a computer or group of computers that hosts a game. This may simply be one player's personal computer or it may consist of a remote computer. Keep on reading for details.
Sharp X68000 London
Here in this article is a brief introduction to Sharp X6800, which was a home computer released by the Sharp Corporation in Japan only. If you want to know more about this computer, keep on reading for details.
Sinclair ZX Spectrum London
The ZX Spectrum remained in production until December 1990; although still accounting for one third of all home computer sales at the time, production of the model was stopped by Amstrad (who had by then bought the rights to Sinclair products) in an attempt to transfer customers to their CPC range. Read on to know more about this computer.
Sinclair ZX80 London
The Sinclair ZX80 released in 1980 by Sinclair Research was the first computer available in the UK for less than £100, and an even cheaper version was sold in kit form, which purchasers could assemble and solder together. Read on.
Sinclair ZX81 London
The Sinclair ZX81 home computer was a follow up to the popular ZX80. The unit was very popular in both the UK and the US until it was replaced by the ZX Spectrum. If you want to know more about this computer, keep on reading.
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