description Commodore PET 8032 Overview
The Commodore PET 8032, released in 1980, was a business-oriented version of the original PET personal computer. It featured 32KB of RAM, an 80-column green monochrome monitor (compared to the 40 columns of earlier models), and an integrated keyboard. Built around the MOS 6502 processor, it ran Commodore BASIC and included a built-in cassette drive for data storage. The PET 8032 was used primarily in business, education, and early computing labs.
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How much RAM does the Commodore PET 8032 have built-in?
The "32" in the model name indicates that the computer comes equipped with 32KB of RAM. This was a significant upgrade over the original PET 2001 models, allowing for more complex business applications.
Does the Commodore PET 8032 display output in color?
No, the PET 8032 features a built-in 12-inch monochrome monitor with a green phosphor display. It renders text in a fixed 40-column or 80-column format, prioritizing text clarity over graphical capabilities.
What operating system or language is built into the PET 8032?
The computer boots directly into Microsoft BASIC 2.0, which is stored in its ROM. This allowed users to immediately start programming the machine without needing to load an operating system from a tape.
How did users store data on the Commodore PET 8032?
While earlier models relied on cassette tapes, the 8032 was primarily used with external 5.25-inch floppy drives via Commodore's IEEE-488 interface. This allowed businesses to quickly load and save financial spreadsheets and text files.
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