Gaming Computers
In the early 1980s, many companies created computers to capitalize on the market that began to emerge with the success of the Apple II and the Commodore PET computers in the late 1970s. These rivals helped to push along both the home computer and home video game markets by creating more awareness for both markets with their ad campaigns. Computers such as the Commodore 64, IBM PC Compatible and Apple Macintosh were released during this period. Also, the earliest form of online gaming, the dial-up bulletin board system, was created in the early 1980s. Dial-up bulletin board systems were similar to modern forums, except for the fact that they were used for simple online gaming, such as text adventure games (games in which the player types short commands or phrases to play) or card games.