|
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MARCUS
|
USA
|
1985
|
Software publisher.
|
1
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-
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-
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|
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The Wizard
|
USA
|
1986
|
Game and software publisher
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
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RERUN Magazine
|
USA
|
1983
|
Atari 8-bit magazine with programs on cassette
|
1
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1
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-
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|
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American Basic Science Club
|
USA
|
1960
|
American educational electronics kit publisher.
|
1
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1
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-
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|
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PROPOINT
|
USA
|
1987
|
Input device manufacturer.
|
1
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1
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-
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|
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MP International
|
USA
|
1983
|
Electronics manufacturer.
|
1
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1
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-
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|
|
8bitdevices
|
International
|
2018
|
Modern retro hardware devices and adapters.
|
1
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1
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-
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|
|
Nicolet Instruments
|
USA
|
1967
|
American scientific instrument company.
|
1
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1
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-
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|
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MONDO 2000
|
USA
|
1989
|
American cyberpunk magazine.
|
1
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1
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-
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|
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Sunburst Communications
|
USA
|
1973
|
American company producing educational software for schools.
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1
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1
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-
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|
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Navatronic
|
Europe
|
1986
|
Electronics manufacturer.
|
1
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1
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-
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|
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CMS Enhancements
|
USA
|
1978
|
American storage and peripheral manufacturer.
|
1
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1
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-
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|
|
David Jamison Carlyle
|
USA
|
1985
|
Software publisher.
|
1
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1
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-
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|
|
Mission Technology
|
USA
|
1985
|
Technology company.
|
1
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1
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-
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|
|
Livermore Data Systems
|
USA
|
1970
|
Software publisher.
|
1
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1
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-
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|
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Stratos Technologies
|
USA
|
1988
|
Technology solutions company
|
1
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1
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-
|
|
|
DensePac
|
USA
|
1986
|
High density computing company.
|
1
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1
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-
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|
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Centon
|
USA
|
1978
|
Memory manufacturer.
|
1
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-
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-
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|
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PT
|
Taiwan
|
1984
|
Electronics manufacturer.
|
1
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1
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-
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|
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Data Pathing Incorporated
|
USA
|
1985
|
Data communications company.
|
1
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1
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-
|
|
|
Silitek
|
Taiwan
|
1983
|
Keyboard and input device OEM manufacturer
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
Livingston Enterprises
|
USA
|
1986
|
American networking equipment company, pioneer in dial-up internet access.
|
1
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1
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-
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|
|
CORTRON
|
USA
|
1960
|
Keyboard and input device manufacturer.
|
1
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1
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-
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|
|
Hapco
|
USA
|
1983
|
Electronics manufacturer.
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
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START Magazine
|
USA
|
1988
|
Atari ST magazine
|
1
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1
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-
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|
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LapPRO
|
USA
|
1990
|
Laptop accessories manufacturer.
|
1
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1
|
-
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|
|
Orbit Instruments
|
USA
|
1985
|
Test equipment manufacturer.
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
8bittronics
|
USA
|
2016
|
Producer of modern retro computing hardware and accessories.
|
1
|
-
|
1
|
|
|
Level Publications
|
UK
|
1984
|
Magazine publisher.
|
1
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1
|
-
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|
|
Sun Remarketing
|
USA
|
1986
|
Sun workstation refurbishment and resale
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
|
|
ZX-Evolution
|
Russia
|
2017
|
Modern FPGA-based ZX Spectrum clone
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Diskplay
|
USA
|
1986
|
Hardware manufacturer.
|
1
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1
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-
|
|
|
PC Power and Cooling
|
USA
|
1985
|
American PC power supply manufacturer.
|
1
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1
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-
|
|
|
Viatron
|
USA
|
1968
|
Terminal and minicomputer manufacturer
|
1
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1
|
-
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|
|
AMF
|
USA
|
1945
|
Accessories company.
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
Tecval
|
Spain
|
1985
|
Electronics manufacturer
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
Cerprobe Corporation
|
USA
|
1979
|
Test equipment manufacturer.
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
Ingersol
|
USA
|
1983
|
Watch and electronics company.
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
Ram Bank
|
USA
|
1985
|
RAM expansion manufacturer
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
M&R Enterprises
|
USA
|
1985
|
Electronics company.
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
Microprint
|
USA
|
1985
|
Printer supplies company.
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
Detto
|
USA
|
1995
|
Technology and networking company.
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
Konik
|
Poland
|
1986
|
Electronics company.
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
|
|
Hiraoka
|
Japan
|
1986
|
Japanese electronics company.
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
Zytech
|
USA
|
1985
|
Electronics manufacturer
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
D-12 MGP
|
USA
|
1985
|
Manufacturer of audio/video equipment
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
Alta Systems Inc
|
USA
|
1984
|
Computer systems manufacturer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Articulate Systems
|
USA
|
1993
|
Voice recognition software company.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
SJL
|
-
|
1984
|
Electronics manufacturer
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
Liv2
|
USA
|
2005
|
Hardware manufacturer.
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
|
|
Practical Enhanced Logic
|
-
|
1985
|
PAL chip and electronics developer
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Camwil
|
UK
|
1985
|
Software company.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Hornet
|
International
|
1987
|
Demo scene group/publisher.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Kswichit
|
USA
|
2005
|
Producer of modern retro computing accessories and adapters.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Engineering Specialties
|
USA
|
1983
|
Engineering products.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
FASMATH
|
USA
|
1984
|
Math software publisher.
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
MegaScreen
|
USA
|
1986
|
Display manufacturer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Stallion Software
|
-
|
1985
|
Commodore 64 software developer
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Telex Computer Products
|
USA
|
1962
|
Telecommunications and computer equipment
|
1
|
-
|
1
|
|
|
Preston Brown Labs
|
-
|
2005
|
Electronics hobbyist/developer
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
|
|
Masterbilt
|
USA
|
1983
|
Display manufacturer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Oscar Vermeulen
|
Netherlands
|
2016
|
Dutch producer of replica and kit computers including PiDP-11 and PiDP-8 based on Raspberry Pi.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Blick
|
USA
|
1987
|
Office supplies company.
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
Electra
|
USA
|
1984
|
Electronics company.
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
Storage Plus Inc
|
USA
|
1986
|
Storage solutions manufacturer
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Daytona
|
USA
|
1986
|
Computer manufacturer.
|
1
|
-
|
1
|
|
|
Cen-Dyne
|
USA
|
1983
|
Tape drive manufacturer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Kero's Mac Mods
|
USA
|
2015
|
Modern Mac modification and repair.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Algorithmics
|
USA
|
1988
|
MIPS processor tools and software company.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Argus Specialist Publications
|
UK
|
1966
|
British magazine publisher for computer hobbyists.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Parastream
|
USA
|
1988
|
Software publisher.
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
DSC
|
USA
|
1984
|
Electronics manufacturer.
|
1
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1
|
-
|
|
|
3D Fuzion
|
USA
|
2018
|
Graphics card manufacturer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Digital Computer Controls
|
USA
|
1970
|
American computer company.
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
|
|
Holtek
|
Taiwan
|
1998
|
Taiwanese semiconductor company.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Laminet
|
USA
|
1984
|
Cable and accessory manufacturer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Rodon
|
-
|
1984
|
Electronics manufacturer
|
1
|
-
|
1
|
|
|
E/Box
|
USA
|
1986
|
Hardware storage product.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Jim Drew
|
USA
|
1985
|
Commodore hardware developer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
NUS Training Corporation
|
USA
|
1985
|
Training software publisher.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Intracorp
|
USA
|
1985
|
American video game publisher.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
WTF
|
-
|
2010
|
Electronics brand
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Diversified Tech
|
USA
|
1984
|
Technology products.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
TanMax
|
-
|
1987
|
Computer peripherals brand
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
IST
|
USA
|
1984
|
Technology company.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Convergence Corporation
|
USA
|
1974
|
Video conference equipment.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
TORPET
|
-
|
1982
|
Toronto PET Users Group magazine
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
MCPI
|
USA
|
1983
|
Electronics manufacturer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Mott's
|
USA
|
1842
|
American beverage company.
|
1
|
-
|
1
|
|
|
Prolinear
|
-
|
1985
|
Audio equipment manufacturer
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
|
|
Upper Deck
|
USA
|
1991
|
Sports trading card company
|
1
|
-
|
1
|
|
|
Triad
|
USA
|
1984
|
Electronics manufacturer
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Masterite
|
USA
|
1985
|
Power supply manufacturer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Switchcraft
|
USA
|
1932
|
Audio connector manufacturer
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Kalmar
|
Sweden
|
1985
|
Swedish electronics company.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
PPI
|
USA
|
1984
|
Electronics manufacturer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Soigeneris
|
-
|
1987
|
Modern custom synthesizers and electronics
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
The Archives
|
USA
|
1990
|
Software publisher
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Conductron
|
USA
|
1956
|
Electronics manufacturer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
AUVA Computer
|
Taiwan
|
1985
|
Taiwanese computer manufacturer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Bot Engineering
|
USA
|
1984
|
Robotics kit manufacturer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
IPM Katronics
|
USA
|
1986
|
Electronics company.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Korvet
|
USSR
|
1978
|
Soviet/Russian home computer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Applied Microsystems
|
USA
|
1979
|
Development tools manufacturer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Quadtronics
|
-
|
1984
|
Electronics manufacturer
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
US Power
|
USA
|
1985
|
Power supply manufacturer
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Blue Lava Systems
|
USA
|
2012
|
Software developer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Sourcetek
|
USA
|
1984
|
Computer equipment manufacturer
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Callunacard
|
Scotland
|
1988
|
Peripheral and networking company.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Five Star
|
USA
|
1985
|
Software publisher.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Daniël Mantione
|
Netherlands
|
2000
|
Free Pascal and Amiga developer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Macrotek
|
USA
|
1985
|
Electronics manufacturer.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
The Future Was 8 Bit
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
SoftSide
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Western Design Center
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Phobos
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Micro R & D
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
APC & TCP
|
Germany
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
|
|
Auto Mouse
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
-
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|
|
Minitab
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
-
|
1
|
|
|
Logix
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Mind Games
|
UK
|
1984
|
Mind Games was a notable British software publisher and developer during the golden age of the 8-bit home computer era. Primarily focused on the ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64, and Amstrad CPC platforms, the company specialized in publishing high-quality arcade-style games and puzzle titles. They were known for bringing a polished feel to the microcomputing market, often distributing titles that catered to the growing demand for home entertainment in the mid-to-late 1980s.
While many contemporary developers focused on niche genres, Mind Games contributed to the vibrant UK software scene by providing accessible, engaging content for a wide range of hardware. Their catalog serves as a nostalgic touchstone for retro enthusiasts, representing the era of highly optimized-code-driven gaming that defined the-pre-console-boom landscape.
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
KnowledgeWorks Research
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
|
|
KEEN
|
-
|
-
|
-
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1
|
-
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1
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|
|
QANSAN
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
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-
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|
|
Arrays Inc
|
-
|
-
|
-
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1
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1
|
-
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|
|
Solid State Scientific
|
USA
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
|
|
Chrysalis Software
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
-
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|
|
Struthers Dunn
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
-
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|
|
Databus
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
-
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|
|
Chatterbox
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
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1
|
-
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|
|
SGX
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
-
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|
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Matech
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
-
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1
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|
|
Éducation Nationale
|
-
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-
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-
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1
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-
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1
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Tai Hao
|
-
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-
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-
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1
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1
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-
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|
|
Compucable
|
-
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-
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-
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1
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1
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-
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|
|
Franklin, Beedle & Associates
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
-
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|
|
Van Nostrand Reinhold
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
|
|
Creative Solutions
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
-
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|
|
9thBit
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
-
|
1
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|
|
Sequiter Software
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
CGV
|
France
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
BluStick
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
-
|
-
|
|
|
L.A. Components
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
|
1
|
-
|
|
|
Americana
|
-
|
-
|
In the context of computing history, 'Americana' is not a recognized hardware manufacturer, software house, or major computing brand. While the term is frequently used to describe a collection of cultural artifacts or a specific aesthetic style in retro-computing-themed art and media, it does not represent a specific historical entity in the evolution of digital technology. There is no record of a company by this name contributing to the development of microprocessors, operating systems, or gaming consoles. Consequently, it remains a cultural descriptor rather than a technical or commercial entity in the annals of computing history.
|
1
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-
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-
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CASTECH
|
-
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-
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-
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1
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1
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-
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|
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LMW
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
1
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-
|
-
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|
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K-Byte
|
-
|
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Altsys
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Advanced Ideas
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UK
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1984
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Advanced Ideas was a British software company active during the mid-1980s, primarily known for developing high-quality software for the Sinclair ZX Spectrum. They specialized in creating sophisticated utility programs and games that pushed the boundaries of the 8-bit hardware. Their most notable contributions included advanced system utilities and arcade-style games that catered to the growing home computer market in the UK.
In the realm of retro computing, Advanced Ideas is remembered for its technical proficiency and for providing essential tools that enhanced the user experience of the ZX Spectrum. Their software helped define the golden age of British microcomputing, contributing to the vibrant ecosystem of developers who turned the Spectrum into a powerhouse of home entertainment and productivity.
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SDG Computers
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Keyframe
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Sistema
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Videolabs
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MicroCoreLabs
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Hybrid Technology
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HHP
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Sumpak
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Puffin Books
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1
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The Serial Port
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United Kingdom
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1
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Harvard Business School Publishing
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Play Inc.
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Fine Gear
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Datacom Publications
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1
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Vaucansson
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1
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Valuman
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1
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1
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ActionSoft
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1984
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1
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Decmation
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1
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Optimum Resource
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USA
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-
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Optimum Resource was a specialized software company primarily active during the late 1980s and early 1990s, focusing on the burgeoning home computer and early multimedia markets. They were best known for developing and distributing utility software and educational-style interactive-media-driven content. Their products often targeted the enthusiast market, bridging the gap between simple productivity tools and more complex interactive-media experiences.
In the realm of retro computing, Optimum Resource is remembered for its contributions to the software libraries of platforms like the Commodore Amiga and early DOS-based PCs. Their work reflects a transitional era in computing where software began moving from purely text-based interfaces toward more visually engaging, resource-driven interactive-media applications.
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Generation
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Elixir
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1
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TwinMOS
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Deltec
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Electro Brain
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Digitalk
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Base Two Development
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PiTap
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Fiorucci
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National Electronics
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1
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UYOLA
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Minuteman Software
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Cristie
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Printaform
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NSGA
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Quadrics
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Caltech
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Dayton Associates
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QES
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ST Amiga Format
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UK
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1989
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ST Amiga Format was a prominent British computing magazine dedicated to the Commodore Amiga and Atari ST ecosystems. Published by Future Publishing, it served as a vital resource for enthusiasts during the peak of the 16-bit era. The magazine provided deep-dive technical tutorials, hardware reviews, and extensive software coverage, catering to both casual gamers and professional creators.
It played a significant role in the retro computing community by documenting the vibrant software-driven culture of the late 80s and early 90s. Through its coverage of demos, trackers, and digital art, the publication captured the unique spirit of the Amiga's multimedia revolution before the transition to the 32-bit era.
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1
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Richvale Telecommunications
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1
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JDA
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1
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3D Realms
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1
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CAD Resource Group
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1
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1
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Art 101
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1
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Multicom
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1
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Best Data
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1
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1
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C&K
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1
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Texprint
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1
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1
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MobileMax
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1
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1
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Novatel
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1
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