Apple IIe Personal Computer

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Apple II, introduced in 1977 by Apple, boasts one of the longest production runs in computer history. The Apple IIe variant, released in 1983 and upgraded in 1985 as Enhanced Apple IIe, maintained its popularity until 1993. This impressive longevity contrasts with today's market where top-of-the-line computers are often considered obsolete within a few years. The young home computer industry in the late 1970s allowed companies like Apple to avoid planned obsolescence and focus on creating new markets through clever marketing and user-friendly manuals. The Apple IIe's logic board featured a 1 MHz processor, 12K ROM, and eight proprietary expansion slots. Share your memories of this iconic computer in the comments below!