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From: vacca@burdvax.UUCP (Dave Vacca)
Newsgroups: net.micro
Subject: Info on Home Computers
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Date: Sun, 2-Jun-85 14:36:12 EDT
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Posted: Sun Jun  2 14:36:12 1985
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     I have been considering purchasing a home computer (with graphics,
audio, etc.).  I would like to purchase a *NIX system, however, I
suspect the cost of a *NIX system would be out of my price range ($1.17 -
$3000.00).  However, I will be satisfied with a computer that runs a 
decent C compiler (decent meaning one that works with few bugs) on a
680*0.

     Could someone please advise me as to which micros fit into either of
these categories?  Personal experience would be greatly appreciated.
Also, I would like to know which CPU each micro is based on and what the
future of the micro is believed to be (i.e., I hope that the system I
buy doesn't follow the fate of the well-beloved **-99).  Is a plethora of
s/w being developed for the micro in question?  Thanks to all those who
will respond.

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David Vacca
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PS:  It should be obvious from my posting that I am paranoid about copyrights.
     Since I don't know much about them, I try to make a special effort not 
     to take any chances.  Better to play it on the safe side.