Reflecting on the 40th Anniversary of the Amiga Personal Computer
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Summary
The article reflects on the 40th anniversary of the Amiga Personal Computer, highlighting its historical significance as the first multimedia computer and its enduring legacy among enthusiasts. It mentions the iconic 1985 event featuring Andy Warhol and Debbie Harry, and notes the continued passion for the Amiga in Europe, particularly in the UK and Germany.
Key quotes
· 3 pulled40 years ago, The Amiga Personal Computer was revealed to the world at the Lincoln Centre in New York.
The Amiga was quite probably, the first multimedia computer.
Today, it lives on through enthusiasts who still make games, software.
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