STA Outflg | Apple II specs

1407	E901	A9	0D		OUTLOW LDA		#CR
1408	E903	8D	13	A4		STA	OUTFLG
1409	E906	60			OUTL1	RTS
1410	E907
1411	E907				;ON <ESCAPE> STOPS EXECUTION & BACK TO MONITOR
1412	E907				;ON <SPACE> STOPS EXECUTION & CONTINUE ON ANY OTHER KEY
1413	E907	20	42	E8	RCHEK	JSR TTYTST		;TTY OR KB ?
1414	E90A F0 1A					BEQ	RCHTTY
1415	E90C 20 EF EC					JSR ROONEK		;CLR MSK & GET A KEY
1416	E90F 88					DEY
1417	E910	30	13			BMI RCH3		;RTN ON NO KEY
1418	E912	A2	00			LDX	#0
1419	E914	20	82	EC		JSR	GETK2	;GET THE KEY
1420	E917	C9	1B			CMP	#ESCAPE
1421	E919	F0	3B			BEQ	REA1	;TO COMMAN & SET I/O TO TERMINAL
1422	E91B C9 20					CMP	#' '	;WAIT KEY
1423	E91D D0 06					BNE	RCH3	;RTN, IGNORE OTHER KEYS
1424	E91F 20 EF EC				RCH2	JSR	ROONEK	;WAIT TILL HE RELEASE IT &
1425	E922	88				DEY		;QUIT WAITING ON NEXT KEY
1426	E923	30	FA			BMI	RCH2
1427	E925	60			RCH3	RTS
1428	E926	70	13		RCHTTY BVS RCHT1			;TTI=PB6 ---> V (OVERFL FLG)
1429	E928	2C	00	A8	RCHT2	BIT DRB		;WAIT TILL HE RELEASE IT
1430	E92B 50 FB					BVC	RCHT2
1431	E92D 20 0F EC					JSR	DELAY
1432	E930	20	DB EB			JSR	GETTTY	;GET A CHAR
1433	E933	C9	1B			CMP	#ESCAPE
1434	E935	F0	1F			BEQ	REA1	;TO COMMAN
1435	E937	C9	20			CMP	#' '
1436	E939	D0	ED			BNE	RCHT2
1437	E93B 60				RCHT1	RTS		;QUIT WAITING ON ANY KEY
1438	E93C
1439	E93C				;READ ONE CHAR FROM KB/TTY & PRESERVE X,Y
1440	E93C 20 9E EB				READ	JSR PHXY		;PUSH X & Y
1441	E93F 20 42 E8					JSR TTYTST		;TTY OR KB ?
1442	E942	D0	06			BNE	READ1
1443	E944	20	DB EB			JSR	GETTTY
1444	E947	4C	4D	E9		JMP	READ2
1445	E94A 20 40 EC				READ1	JSR	GETKEY
1446	E94D 20 AC EB				READ2	JSR	PLXY	;PULL X & Y
1447	E950	29	7F			AND	#$7F	;STRIP PARITY
1448	E952	C9	1B			CMP	#ESCAPE
1449	E954	D0	E5			BNE	RCHT1	;RTN
1450	E956	20	3D	FF	REA1	JSR	PATC18	;<CR> & CLR BUFFERS
1451	E959	4C	A1	E1		JMP COMIN		;BOTH I/O TO TERMINAL
1452	E95C
1453	E95C				;READ WITH RUBOUT OR DELETE POSSIBLE
1454	E95C 20 DC E7				RB2	JSR PSLS		;SLASH OR BACK SPACE
1455	E95F 20 83 FE				RDRUP	JSR	CUREAD
1456	E962	C9	08			CMP	#RUB	;RUBOUT
1457	E964	F0	04			BEQ	RDR1
1458	E966	C9	7F			CMP	#$7F	;ALSO DELETE
1459	E968	D0	0C			BNE	RED2	;ECHO IF NOT <CR>
1460	E96A				;RUBOUT TO DELETE CHAR
1461	E96A 88				RDR1	DEY
1462	E96B 10 EF					BPL	RB2
1463	E96D C8					INY
1464	E96E F0 EF					BEQ	RDRUP
1465	E970
1466	E970				;OUTPUT MESSAGE THEN INPUT CHR
1467	E970	20	AF E7		KEPR	JSR	KEP
1468	E973

II specifications

The Apple II, launched in April 1977, was one of the first highly successful mass-produced microcomputer products. It marked a significant leap in personal computing, setting standards for future developments in the industry. Created by Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs, the Apple II differentiated itself with its user-friendly design, appealing aesthetics, and robust capabilities.

One of the standout features of the Apple II was its open architecture, which allowed users to expand and enhance the computer's functionality. This design enabled hundreds of third-party hardware and software developers to contribute to its ecosystem, resulting in an array of peripherals, including printers, modems, and storage devices. The Apple II utilized a MOS Technology 6502 microprocessor running at a clock speed of 1 MHz. Initially equipped with 4 KB of RAM, the machine could be expanded to 48 KB, accommodating more complex applications and programs.

The Apple II was also notable for its colorful graphics. It was one of the first computers to support color display, offering a 6-color palette with a resolution of 280x192 pixels in 16 colors when using its Color Graphics Card. This feature significantly enhanced the visual appeal of games and educational software developed for the platform, making computing more accessible and entertaining for various audiences.

Apple's commitment to user experience was evident in the design of the machine. It featured an integrated keyboard and a plastic case, which was both durable and visually appealing. The self-contained design included drive bays for floppy disk drives, allowing for quicker data access than traditional tape drives. It also supported audio output, enabling sound effects and music, a novelty at the time.

The introduction of the Apple DOS operating system further underscored the machine's capabilities. DOS streamlined file management and made it easier for users to navigate and manage their data. The combination of hardware and software positioned the Apple II as an educational tool and a gaming platform, fostering a vibrant software ecosystem.

The Apple II family continued to evolve, with variations like the Apple II+, IIe, and IIgs being introduced over the years. These iterations brought enhancements in memory, processing power, and graphics capabilities. The legacy of the Apple II endures, not only as a foundational product in personal computing but also as a symbol of innovation that paved the way for future advancements in technology. Its impact is still felt today, as it inspired countless developers and shaped the trajectory of the computer industry.

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II specifications