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Line 17: == Historical context == 8-bit microprocessors were the first widely used microprocessors in the computing industry, marking a major shift from mainframes and minicomputers to smaller, more affordable systems. The introduction of 8-bit processors in the 1970s enabled the production of personal computers, leading to the popularization of computing and setting the foundation for the modern computing landscape. The 1976 [[Zilog Z80]], one of the most popular 8-bit CPUs, was discontinued in 2024 (its product line Z84C00), with Last Time Buy (LTB) orders by June 14, 2024.<ref>{{Cite web \|date=15 April 2024 \|title=X80 Product line: Z84C00 \|url=https://www.mouser.com/PCN/Littelfuse_PCN_Z84C00.pdf}}</ref> ==Details==

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