Gemini_Challenger

Gemini Challenger

Gemini Challenger

A Motorola 68000 based computer, released in 1985

The Gemini Challenger was a Motorola 68000 based computer, released in 1985 and designed by Gemini Microcomputers based in Chesham.[1][2][3] This was Gemini's first non Z80 computer and their last.[4]

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It was designed to look like an ordinary PC-compatible computer, with a Wyse WY-50 remote terminal for monitor.[2] Four operating systems were available (MBOS, aimed for business and supporting multiuser; Mirage, another multiuser OS; TDI p-System, a version of UCSD p-System including Pascal; CP/M 68k), along with an advanced optional graphic card (based on the Hitachi HD63484) with a maximum resolution of 1024 x 1024 pixels and 16 million available colours.[2]

References

  1. [1]
    "Gemini". nascom.info - Information on the Nascom & Gemini computers. 18 March 2011.
  2. [2]
    "Challenger Gemini". www.old-computers.com. Retrieved 2022-10-31.
  3. [3]
    "Glasgow University Places Order with Gemini Computer Systems". 14 January 1988.
  4. [4]
    Starr, Michael; Chapple, Craig (9 July 2008). VINTROPEDIA - Vintage Computer and Retro Console Price Guide 2009. ISBN 9781409212775.


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