The original IBM Personal Computer and IBM PCjr includes support for storing data and programs on compact cassette tape. It was common for home computers of the time, such as the Apple II, Commodore 64 and BBC Micro, to use cassette tapes for storage due to the lower cost of hardware and media compared to floppy disks.
The original IBM Personal Computer and IBM PCjr includes support for storing data and programs on compact cassette tape. It was common for home computers of the time, such as the Apple II, Commodore 64 and BBC Micro, to use cassette tapes for storage due to the lower cost of hardware and media compared to floppy disks.
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