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Atari 800XL User Manual

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Stops the computer in the
Usually interrupts whatever
RESET
middle of what it's doing
function the computer is per-
and returns the program to
forming; refer to individual
its opening screen. It does program instructions.
not usually erase your work
in RAM memory.
RESET
Varies from program to pro-
sometimes has undesirable
gram; for example,
ESe
side effects, such as interfer-
may be used to take you
ing with the closing of open
from one menu to another.
DOS files. Generally,
BREAK
is preferred for stop-
Controls a variety of
ping a program. Consult the
features when pressed
instructions for the software
simultaneously with another
program you are using.
key.
Chooses among variations
Inserts a space where the
OPTION
within a program. Consult
cursor is in some programs
the instructions for the
or when you're program-
software program you are
mingo Characters may be
using.
entered by typing over the
inserted space.
Usually tells the computer to
START
begin running a game or
Moves the cursor back one
program; refer to the in-
space, deleting what was
dividual program instructions.
typed. If held down, it con-
tinues deleting characters.
Often used to select one of
SELECT
several applications within a
Deletes character at the
program; its function varies
position of the cursor and
from program to program-
shifts remaining characters
refer to the individual pro-
on the line so that the space
gram instructions.
is filled.
With some software, gives
HELP
access to information that
can guide you through a
program when you need
help.

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Atari 800XL Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerAtari
TypeHome computer
Release year1983
CPUMOS Technology 6502C
RAM64 KB
ROM24 KB
Operating SystemAtari OS
CPU Speed1.79 MHz (NTSC) / 1.77 MHz (PAL)
GraphicsANTIC and GTIA chips
Display resolution160×192 to 320×192 pixels
SoundPOKEY chip
StorageCassette tape, floppy disk
PortsSerial, parallel, monitor, joystick ports

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