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PWP | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Corgi | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Heath Corporation | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Cs Laboratories | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Psyclone | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Apples to Apples | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Studio Marmo | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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ION | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Sizzlers | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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DiiMO | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Radio Editions | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Aorus | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Fleer | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Honobono Brothers | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Yoshimi Camera | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Angstrem | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Prixeur | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Wrox | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Scythe | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Lateral Software | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Group M Productions | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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ABBUC | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Letton | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Powersource | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Totem | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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High Power | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Chuwi | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Pson Books | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Promess | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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MGA Sports | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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JBK | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Tanex | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Data Drive Thru | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Live Publishing Ltd. | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Trimui | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Pleasant Company | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Genesis Physics | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Acoustic Research | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Crystal Systems | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Dr.j | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Rockfire | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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ChiMei | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Thermo King | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Bukon | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Travelon | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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EpiK Learning | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Thermotron | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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The $5 Computer Store | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Springfield Enterprises | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Ripley's | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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HIDEit | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Lepow | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Paper Direct | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Willow Design | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Future Games / GamesRadar | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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GamesRadar+ | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Dennis Kuschel | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Studio WING | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Multiwave Innovation | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Takahashi Shoten | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Komplete | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Aston | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Agalestic | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Kaune | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Walmart | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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DJI | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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CayMac | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Chips Boca | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Shuwa System Trading | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Sanko Raremono Shop | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Turbo-Xwing | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Low Living Under Heaven | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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lowiro | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Oxford Scientific | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Studebaker | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Optelec | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Darfon Electronics | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Pixel Addict | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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ScanDisk | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Darkrock | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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MSC | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Civil Aeronautics Admin | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Shunan | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Erika | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Bass Pro Shops | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Accuphase Ltd. | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Baal | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Edifier | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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King Otis | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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SSUPD | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Fuelman | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Cable Matters | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Infinity | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Bang & Olufsen | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Gabriel Toys | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Edge Tech Corp | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Softline | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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DLM Teaching Resources | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Colt Firearms | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Underwood Sundstrand | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Graphix Zone | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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LRS | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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McCorquodale | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Far Point Technologies, Inc. | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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BeCubed Software Inc. | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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MSE Ltd. | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Wiley Computer Publishing | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Brady Publishing | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Nichigan | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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EPAL-ST | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Digi Gold Pro | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Lofree | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Avolusion | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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EMS | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Emile Soft | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Fast Trak | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Danfoss | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Lohberg Lutz | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Proton | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Hega | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Nordic Power | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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MyRetroStore | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Avenues America | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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John Braga | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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KRetro Software | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Unysis | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Spider Island Software | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Komputerwerk Inc. | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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West Side Electronics | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Full Yes | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Artedink | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Barron's | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Plugable | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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FlashJazzCat | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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H-L Data Storage | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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ECOVACS | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Horikoshi | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Autonetics | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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McMillian | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Nemco | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Kougado | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Suwa Technology | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Loiva Japan | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Leica Camera AG | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Fishertechnik | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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GroupWorks | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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SANTA | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Farrand | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Hot Hand | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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MicroSignal Press | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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DisplayShelf | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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LandWare | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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MFP | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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MID | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Myiicco | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Triangle Service | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Bloxels | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Torisan | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Charlie Lab | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Sharin Toy Company | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Tsukumo Electric | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Datatech Publications | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Teleray | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Zero Wait | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Tatron | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Solo Software | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Creative Sparks | - | - | No historical record exists for a computing brand or hardware manufacturer named 'Creative Sparks' in the annals of computing history. It is possible this name refers to a small-scale educational initiative, a specific software toolkit, or a fictional entity rather than a significant historical computing company. In the context of retro computing and electronics, the name does not correspond to any established manufacturer of peripherals, microprocessors, or software suites that contributed to the industry's evolution. | 1 | - | 1 |
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Oceanic America | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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ACS Computer Systems | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Informatique Rationnel | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Performance Microsystems | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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EMR | - | - | ElectroMusic Research - manufacturer of MIDI interfaces for Acorn computers | 1 | 1 | - |
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Racore Computer Products | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Ultrasonic | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Saran | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Rinatone | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Tradewind Software | USA | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Skyfall PD | - | 1990 | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Krown Research | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Tony359 | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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Oxford Softworks | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Slowmo | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Synergistic Software | USA | 1984 | Synergistic Software was a specialized software developer primarily active during the mid-to-late 1980s, focusing on the burgeoning home computer market. They were best known for developing high-quality utility software and productivity tools for platforms like the Commodore 64 and the Apple II. Their work often bridged the gap between technical utility and user-friendly interfaces, catering to early enthusiasts looking to maximize the potential of their hardware. In the realm of retro computing, Synergistic Software represents a specific era of the 'bedroom coder' movement, where small, specialized firms provided essential tools for the home computing revolution. Their contributions helped define the early software ecosystems of 8-bit systems, providing the necessary infrastructure for users to manage data and enhance their computing experiences before the dominance of much larger software conglomerates. | 1 | - | - |
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8bits4ever | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Brandt | France | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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United Telephone System | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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ACBel | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Plustec | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Thomas A. Edison | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Weokew | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 |
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SimplexGrinnell | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Adtron | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Automata | USA | 1978 | Automata was a notable American software developer during the early era of home computing, primarily focused on the burgeoning microcomputer market of the late 1970s and early 1980s. The company specialized in creating sophisticated arcade-style games and educational software tailored for platforms like the Apple II and Commodore systems. Their titles often pushed the boundaries of early graphical capabilities, bringing a sense of arcade-quality immersion to the home environment. Though their tenure was relatively brief, Automata's contributions are remembered by retro computing enthusiasts for their high production values and technical-driven gameplay. They played a vital role in the transition from simple text-based adventures to more complex, visually driven software, helping to define the early standards for the home video game industry. | 1 | - | 1 |
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Eazy | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Wordplex | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |
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Weird Science | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Tchibo | Germany | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Level 9 | UK | 1986 | Level 9 was a highly influential British adventure game developer and publisher during the late 1980s and early 1990s. They were pioneers in the text-adventure genre, specializing in high-quality interactive fiction for platforms like the ZX Spectrum, Commodore Amiga, and Atari ST. Their titles often featured deep, atmospheric storytelling and complex puzzles that pushed the boundaries of text-based gaming. They are best remembered for their iconic 'Quest' series, including titles like ‘Missionary ’ and ‘The Lost Labyrinth,’ which blended high-concept science fiction and fantasy with sophisticated parser technology. Level 9's contribution to retro computing remains significant, as they helped transition the text adventure from simple word games into immersive, narrative-driven experiences that defined an era of digital storytelling. | 1 | - | - |
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HBC | - | - | - | 1 | - | - |
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Viking Technologies | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | - |