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Closed Intel 8008 microprocessor chip, 1972-1977
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Closed Intel 8008 microprocessor chip, made by the Intel Corporation, United States, 1972-1977.
The 8008 was the world's first 8-bit microprocessor, and was released in April 1972. It was originally commissioned by the Computer Terminal Corporation, but after CTC went with a different supplier, Intel were able to market it on their own. Although it only had moderate success, it helped Intel to gain visibility as a microchip manufacturer, and used this foundation to help the launch of the 8080.
Details
- Category:
- Computing & Data Processing
- Object Number:
- 1977-341/1
- Measurements:
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overall: 7 mm x 28 mm x 8 mm, 1.6 g
- type:
- microprocessor
- credit:
- Donated by the Intel Corporation