IBM BASIC by Microsoft 1982 Second Ed. PC Programming Manual Reference

Step back into the dawn of personal computing with this vintage IBM BASIC manual, a foundational piece of computing history. This is the highly sought-after Second Edition, published in May 1982, an essential guide for anyone exploring the original IBM Personal Computer. Authored by Microsoft Corporation, this comprehensive reference provides in-depth documentation for the BASIC programming language, crucial for early PC users and developers.This robust ring-bound manual, housed in its original slipcase, is part of the esteemed IBM Personal Computer Hardware Reference Library. It covers everything from the versions of BASIC and getting started, to advanced programming concepts, commands, and functions. A true collector\'s item for vintage computer enthusiasts, programming historians, and those fascinated by the origins of personal computing and Microsoft\'s early contributions. Explore the foundational principles of computing with this iconic IBM PC documentation.