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S7·E6 Megahertz Mania

Core Aired December 7, 1989 30 min
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Synopsis

In the late 1980's PC users were ecstatic over the introduction of 32 bit processors and CPUs running at the blazing speed of 33 megahertz. This program looks at some performance innovations including the AST Premium 386SX/33, the IBM 286s, the Cumulus 386SX add-on card, the Hauppauge 386 Motherboard 33, the Everex 386, and MultiSoft's PC-Kwik Power Pak. Software used for demonstrations include AutoCAD, Splash and Excel. Also features a look at new Intel chips, the i486 CISC and the i860 RISC chips, and new Motorola chips, the RISC 88000 and the CISC 68000. http://archive.org/details/CC706_megahertz_mania

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 7 Episode 6 of Computer Chronicles air?

Season 7, Episode 6 ('Megahertz Mania') originally aired on December 7, 1989.

How long is Season 7 Episode 6 ('Megahertz Mania')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 30 minutes.

What happens in Computer Chronicles Season 7 Episode 6?

In the late 1980's PC users were ecstatic over the introduction of 32 bit processors and CPUs running at the blazing speed of 33 megahertz. This program looks at some performance innovations including the AST Premium 386SX/33, the IBM 286s, the Cumulus 386SX add-on card, the Hauppauge 386 Motherboar...

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