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Intel 386 released October 17, 1985
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David Farquhar
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Oct. 17, 2026, 11:11 a.m.
retro computing
Intel 386
CPU history
disruptive technology
Computer Industry
Summary
This post discusses the release of the Intel 386 CPU on October 17, 1985, highlighting its significance in changing the computer industry and being a disruptive product.
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