The Z80 was a very powerful CPU for the day. Its still used here and there.
Apparently the Zilog Z80 just stopped being produced in 2024: https://www.techspot.com/news/102684-zilog-discontinuing-z80...
Yes, there was considerable HN discussion, and I chose it for the example specifically because of its long reign.
Apparently the Zilog Z80 just stopped being produced in 2024: https://www.techspot.com/news/102684-zilog-discontinuing-z80...
Yes, there was considerable HN discussion, and I chose it for the example specifically because of its long reign.