Historical Development and Impact of the MOS Technology 6502 Microprocessor
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Summary
This article provides a detailed historical examination of the development and impact of the MOS Technology 6502 microprocessor, which was first delivered in September 1975 and became one of the most iconic microprocessors of the late 1970s and 1980s. The content appears to be an excerpt from a larger work called "Supply Chain Games" that explores the technical development, manufacturing processes, and industry impact of this groundbreaking chip that powered many early personal computers and gaming systems.
Key quotes
· 5 pulledOne ubiquitous microprocessor of the late 1970s and 1980s was the MOS Technology MCS 6502.
The 6502 was first delivered to customers in September 1975.
This was one of a few iconic microprocessors of the late 1970s...
MOS Technology is pronounced with the individual letters M-O-S "em oh ess", not "moss".
I included a section on the development of the 6502 in Part 2 of Supply Chain Games.
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