The Zilog Z80 launched in 1976.
The Zilog Z80 8-bit microprocessor has finally reached the end of its commercial lifespan, 48 years after it first hit the market.
Designed by Federico Faggin and Masatoshi Shima and developed by a team of just 11 people, the Z80 was Zilog’s first product, and its incredible success allowed the company to grow rapidly, rising to over 1000 staff within the space of a few years.
Read the full article on timeextension.com
The Zilog Z80 launched in 1976.
The Zilog Z80 8-bit microprocessor has finally reached the end of its commercial lifespan, 48 years after it first hit the market.
Designed by Federico Faggin and Masatoshi Shima and developed by a team of just 11 people, the Z80 was Zilog’s first product, and its incredible success allowed the company to grow rapidly, rising to over 1000 staff within the space of a few years.
Read the full article on timeextension.com
