September 1985 · Computer or hardware
Amstrad PCW 8256 (1985)
Amstrad word processing computer sold as a bundle with monitor, printer, word processor and CP/M. It was priced at 399 pounds plus VAT at its British launch.
The PCW 8256 launched in Britain in September 1985 at 399 pounds plus VAT including the printer, a word processor, CP/M and Mallard BASIC.
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Facts
- Date
- September 1985
- Kind
- Computer or hardware: Word processor computer
- Maker or publisher
- Amstrad
- Platforms
- Amstrad PCW
- CPU
- Zilog Z80
- RAM installed
- 256 KB
- Colors
- Monochrome
- OS shipped
- CP/M Plus
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