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What hardware and software came with the TRS-80 microcomputer?

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The TRS-80 microcomputer, introduced by the Tandy Corporation, was a significant entry in the early personal computer market. It was designed as a fully assembled and tested unit to be sold through Radio Shack stores.1

Hardware

The original TRS-80 featured the following hardware specifications:
* Microprocessor: It utilized a Z80 microprocessor.1
* Memory: The machine came equipped with four kilobytes of memory.1
* Storage: It used cassettes for data storage.1
* Design Constraints: To reduce production costs, the hardware was built without the capability to display or type lowercase letters.1

Software

The primary software included with the TRS-80 was the BASIC programming language. While early microcomputers were often associated with text-based adventure games or converted graphical games like Star Trek, the inclusion of BASIC allowed users to develop their own applications and programs.12