BBC Model B

The BBC Model B, released in 1981, was a groundbreaking 8-bit microcomputer designed by Acorn Computers for the BBC Computer Literacy Project. With 32KB of RAM and a robust MOS Technology 6502A processor clocked at 2 MHz, it became an iconic machine in British computing history. The Model B featured a range of impressive capabilities, including support for high-resolution graphics, teletext mode, and a built-in BBC BASIC programming language interpreter. Its extensive connectivity options, such as serial and parallel ports, RGB output, and expansion slots, made it an ideal platform for education, programming, and gaming. The BBC Model B played a significant role in shaping the UK’s computing landscape, with over 1.5 million units sold, and remains a beloved retro computer among enthusiasts today.