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'''AppleWorks''' was an integrated software package for the [[Apple II]] platform, developed by [[Apple Computer, Inc.]] It was first released in 1984 and became one of the most popular software applications for the Apple II series of computers. | '''AppleWorks''' was an integrated software package for the [[Apple II]] platform, developed by [[Apple Computer, Inc.]] It was first released in 1984 and became one of the most popular software applications for the Apple II series of computers. | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
AppleWorks was created by [[Rupert Lissner]] and was initially released in 1984. It was designed to combine three productivity applications into one: a [[word processor]], a [[spreadsheet]], and a [[database management system]]. This integration was innovative at the time and contributed to its widespread adoption among Apple II users. | AppleWorks was created by [[Rupert Lissner]] and was initially released in 1984. It was designed to combine three productivity applications into one: a [[word processor]], a [[spreadsheet]], and a [[database management system]]. This integration was innovative at the time and contributed to its widespread adoption among Apple II users. | ||
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== Features == | == Features == | ||
AppleWorks was notable for its user-friendly interface and the ability to switch between its three main functions seamlessly. The word processor allowed users to create and edit text documents, the spreadsheet provided tools for calculations and data analysis, and the database management system enabled users to organize and retrieve data efficiently. | AppleWorks was notable for its user-friendly interface and the ability to switch between its three main functions seamlessly. The word processor allowed users to create and edit text documents, the spreadsheet provided tools for calculations and data analysis, and the database management system enabled users to organize and retrieve data efficiently. | ||
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== Legacy == | == Legacy == | ||
AppleWorks was succeeded by [[ClarisWorks]], which was later renamed to [[AppleWorks (Macintosh)]]. ClarisWorks was developed for the [[Macintosh]] platform and continued the tradition of integrated productivity software. | AppleWorks was succeeded by [[ClarisWorks]], which was later renamed to [[AppleWorks (Macintosh)]]. ClarisWorks was developed for the [[Macintosh]] platform and continued the tradition of integrated productivity software. | ||
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* [[Apple Computer, Inc.]] | * [[Apple Computer, Inc.]] | ||
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[[Category:Apple II software]] | [[Category:Apple II software]] | ||
[[Category:1984 software]] | [[Category:1984 software]] | ||
[[Category:Discontinued software]] | [[Category:Discontinued software]] | ||
Latest revision as of 03:16, 26 February 2025
AppleWorks was an integrated software package for the Apple II platform, developed by Apple Computer, Inc. It was first released in 1984 and became one of the most popular software applications for the Apple II series of computers.
History[edit]
AppleWorks was created by Rupert Lissner and was initially released in 1984. It was designed to combine three productivity applications into one: a word processor, a spreadsheet, and a database management system. This integration was innovative at the time and contributed to its widespread adoption among Apple II users.
The software was originally published by Apple Computer, Inc., and it became a standard application for the Apple II series, which included models such as the Apple IIe and Apple IIc. AppleWorks was later ported to other platforms, including the Apple IIGS, where it was known as AppleWorks GS.
Features[edit]
AppleWorks was notable for its user-friendly interface and the ability to switch between its three main functions seamlessly. The word processor allowed users to create and edit text documents, the spreadsheet provided tools for calculations and data analysis, and the database management system enabled users to organize and retrieve data efficiently.
The software also supported Apple ProDOS, the operating system for the Apple II series, and could be expanded with additional features through third-party add-ons and enhancements.
Legacy[edit]
AppleWorks was succeeded by ClarisWorks, which was later renamed to AppleWorks (Macintosh). ClarisWorks was developed for the Macintosh platform and continued the tradition of integrated productivity software.
Despite its eventual discontinuation, AppleWorks remains a significant part of computing history, particularly for its role in popularizing integrated software suites and its impact on the productivity software market.
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