Vintage Feb 1979 Kilobaud Microcomputing Magazine, Retro Home Computer Issue

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Description

Unlock a slice of computing history with this February 1979 issue of Kilobaud Microcomputing magazine.

Packed with articles, ads, and reviews from the dawn of the microcomputer era, it’s a must-have for retro tech lovers, collectors, and anyone curious about how home computing got its start.

Quick Specs

  • Format: Staple-bound paperback magazine
  • Genre: Vintage Computing & Technology Magazines
  • Dimensions: 11″ × 8″ × 0.05″ (28 × 20 × 0.1 cm)
  • Page Count: 178 pages
  • Language: English
  • Issue: Volume XIII, Issue 2 (February 1979)
  • Cover Price (Vintage): $2.50
  • Condition:  Cover: Light shelf wear with faint spine creases; colors remain bright and text crisp. Corners/Edges: Minimal corner bumping; edge wear mostly confined to spine fold. Interior: Pages are clean and intact, with uniform light cream-toning consistent with age; no writing or stains. Binding: Staples tight, holding all pages firmly.

Overall: Very Good vintage condition—an authentic 1979 computing magazine ready for display or reading.

 
About Kilobaud Microcomputing:

In its heyday, Kilobaud Microcomputing was a leading voice in the burgeoning personal-computer revolution, offering in-depth hardware reviews, BASIC programming tutorials, and insider industry news. The February 1979 issue features articles on TRS-80 expansions, beginner to advanced BASIC tips, and an extensive dealer directory.

 Whether you’re a collector, a hobbyist, or simply nostalgic for the birth of home computing, this issue of Kilobaud Microcomputing captures the excitement of 1979’s microcomputer boom.

 Disclaimer: This vintage magazine has been previously enjoyed and may show signs of age. Please review all photos carefully; feel free to ask for any additional details or images.

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