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Apple II is a series of microcomputers manufactured by Apple Computer from 1977 to 1993. The original model, designed by Steve Wozniak, first went on sale on June 10, 1977, and its success led to successors including the Apple II Plus, IIe, IIc and IIc Plus, with the 1983 IIe becoming the most popular of the line.

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Year
1977 1
Significance
Major advancement over its predecessor the Apple I in ease of use, features and expandability. 1
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Invented By

Steve Wozniak designed the Apple II, launched in 1977 as one of the first mass-produced personal computers.

Source Wikipedia: Steve Wozniak

Preceded By

Apple I, Systems

The Apple II, launched 1977, was Apples direct commercial successor to the hand-built Apple I of 1976.

Sources
1. Apple II - Wikipedia
  • Models section, Apple II subsection
    The first Apple II computers went on sale on June 10, 1977, with a MOS Technology 6502 (later Synertek) microprocessor running at 1.023 MHz.
  • Opening paragraph
    The Apple II was a major advancement over its predecessor, the Apple I, in terms of ease of use, features, and expandability.
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