USBORNE Publishers Offers 1980'2 Era Computer Books for Free

In summary, Usborne has been publishing award-winning computer books since the 1980s and offers free pdfs of these books to download. These books contain program listings for iconic computers like the ZX Spectrum, BBC Micro, and Commodore 64. While the source code may be outdated, they still hold value in teaching best practices and theory. Many tech professionals today were inspired by these books as children.
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https://usborne.com/us/books/computer-and-coding-books

Usborne has been publishing award-winning computer books since the 1980s, and we're happy to offer free pdfs of these books to download.

Simply scroll down to see the books and click on a cover. NB these programs don't work on modern computers. Please read our copyright notice.

Many of today's tech professionals were inspired by the Usborne computing books they read as children. The books included program listings for such iconic computers as the ZX Spectrum, the BBC Micro and the Commodore 64, and are still used in some computer clubs today.

While the source code is ancient, it brings back memories of a simpler time when we were crazy for our personal computers.
 
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Really neat initiative! Although the specific programming languages are no longer relevant (outside ancient COBOL) I bet we can still learn a ton about best practices and theory.
 

1. What types of computer books are available for free from USBORNE Publishers?

USBORNE Publishers offers computer books from the 1980's era for free. These books cover a variety of topics such as coding, computer hardware, software, and programming languages.

2. How can I access these free computer books from USBORNE Publishers?

You can access these free computer books by visiting the USBORNE Publishers website and navigating to the section for "1980's Era Computer Books". From there, you can choose which books you would like to download and read.

3. Are these computer books still relevant in today's technology world?

While these books may be from the 1980's era, they still contain valuable information and concepts that are relevant in today's technology world. They can provide a historical perspective on the development of computers and can also serve as a foundation for understanding current technology.

4. Are these free computer books from USBORNE Publishers available in different formats?

Yes, these computer books are available in various formats such as PDF, EPUB, and MOBI. You can choose the format that is most convenient for you to read on your device.

5. Can I share these free computer books from USBORNE Publishers with others?

Yes, these books are free for anyone to access and share with others. USBORNE Publishers encourages the spread of knowledge and education through their free computer book offerings.

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