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1983- GSX-86 v1.2 For IBM PC XT - Digital Research (11/2024)Tags
Digital ResearchScope and Content
GSX-86, or Graphics System Extension for the Intel 8086 microprocessor, was developed by Digital Research, Inc. It was designed to provide a standardized graphics interface for applications running on various operating systems, including CP/M-86, MS-DOS, and PC DOS. GSX-86 allowed users to run graphic applications on many types of printers, plotters, and graphics cards.
GSX-86 was an important step in the evolution of graphical user interfaces and played a role in the development of later systems like GEM (Graphics Environment Manager)Acquisition
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Nov 26, 2024General Notes
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Here are some key features of GSX-86:
Compatibility: Supported multiple operating systems like CP/M-86, MS-DOS, and PC DOS.
Graphics Support: Enabled the use of graphic applications with various devices.
Standardization: Provided a consistent graphics interface across different hardware platforms.