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Key Historical Points:
Development and Release: GEM was first demonstrated at COMDEX in 1984 and officially released on February 28, 19851. GEM Graph was one of the three presentation graphics programs bundled with GEM, alongside GEM Draw and GEM Wordchart
Functionality: GEM Graph was designed for creating and editing graphs and charts, making it a useful tool for business presentations and data visualization
Legal Challenges: GEM faced legal challenges from Apple, which claimed that GEM's interface infringed on the Macintosh's look and feel. This led to modifications in GEM to avoid further legal issues
Legacy: Despite its initial promise, GEM struggled to compete with other GUIs like Microsoft Windows and was eventually discontinued in 19881. However, it found a niche market with the Atari ST, where it continued to be used for several years
GEM Graph, as part of the GEM suite, played a role in the early development of graphical user interfaces and contributed to the evolution of software for business and personal use.