Systems80

Systems80 is a name used by multiple independent projects and initiatives rather than a single standardized product or organization. It is commonly associated with retro computing and open hardware communities that reference 1980s-era computer systems and software.

In general, projects bearing the Systems80 label aim to document, preserve, emulate, or recreate aspects of 1980s technology. This can include software preservation, hardware restoration, or educational resources that illustrate early microprocessor architectures, operating systems, and development tools. The scope and approach vary by project, with some focusing on software emulation or virtualization of classic systems, while others provide open hardware designs, restoration documentation, or community-driven catalogs of vintage software and peripherals.

License and access terms are determined by each project individually. Materials produced under the Systems80 umbrella are typically shared under open or permissive licenses to facilitate study, reuse, and collaboration, though licensing specifics differ from one initiative to another.

See also: retro computing, emulation, open hardware, vintage software preservation.