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1980- TRS-80 Color Computer **Tags
Radio ShackDescription
The TRS-80 Color Computer, often referred to as the CoCo, was a series of home computers developed by Tandy Corporation and sold through Radio Shack. The first model was released in July 19801. Unlike the earlier TRS-80 models, which used the Zilog Z80 processor, the Color Computer was based on the Motorola 6809E processor1.General Notes
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Here are some key features of the TRS-80 Color Computer:
Processor: Motorola 6809E
Memory: Initially 4 KB, expandable up to 512 KB
Graphics: MC6847 video display generator
Sound: 6-bit DAC
Operating System: Color BASIC (a version of Microsoft BASIC) in ROM, with optional OS-9 multitasking operating system available from third parties
The Color Computer went through several iterations:
Color Computer 1 (1980): The original model with 4 KB of RAM.
Color Computer 2 (1983): Improved version with better keyboard and more memory options.
Color Computer 3 (1986): Featured enhanced graphics, more memory, and a faster processor12.
The CoCo was popular among hobbyists and was used for a variety of applications, from gaming to educational software and even some business applications.
