The MOS Technology 6502 Microprocessor Quiz

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What was the significance of the 6502's introduction in 1975?

The 6502 was the least expensive microprocessor on the market, causing rapid decreases in pricing across the entire processor market and sparking a series of projects that resulted in the home computer revolution of the early 1980s.

Who designed the MOS Technology 6502 microprocessor?

Chuck Peddle led a small team for MOS Technology that designed the 6502 microprocessor.

Which companies produced popular video game consoles and home computers using the 6502?

Companies like Atari, Apple, Nintendo, Commodore, and others used the 6502 or variations of its basic design for their products.

What happened to MOS Technology after the introduction of the 6502?

MOS Technology was purchased outright by Commodore International, who continued to sell the microprocessor and licenses to other manufacturers. Signup and view all the answers

What development by the Western Design Center occurred in 1981 related to the 6502?

The Western Design Center started development of a CMOS version of the 6502, known as the 65C02. Signup and view all the answers

Who conceived the Z80 microprocessor?

Federico Faggin Signup and view all the answers

When were the first working samples of the Z80 delivered?

March 1976 Signup and view all the answers

What type of systems was the Z80 mainly aimed at?

Embedded systems Signup and view all the answers

Which company built its own chip factories with the revenue from the Z80?

Zilog Signup and view all the answers

Name one of the widely used CPUs in desktop and home computers from the 1970s to the mid-1980s.

Z80 Signup and view all the answers