Computer Systems in the Home

Abstract

When you first have your home computer, you will undoubtedly get a lot of fun from trying out the various games and standard ‘routines’ that are provided by the manufacturer. Apart from the thrill of seeing these run on your own machine, this initial phase is necessary to get to know what sort of things can be done with your newly acquired device. You will probably also buy some cassettes from stores that offer a range of games and other ideas. This off-the-shelf ‘software’ — the instructions for making your machine do a particular thing for you — will further widen your horizons about the potential of your home cornputer. By this time, you may have tried some simple programming, probably using the BASIC language, and in no time at all you will have the urge to make your machine do something exactly as you want it done. This is an exciting feeling which will never cease!