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ALTHOUGH THE MACINTOSH II is rarely mentioned in retro computing circles, it introduced monumental changes, bringing color graphics, a shift towards a 32-bit architecture, and multi-monitor support. For the retro enthusiast, the Macintosh II line has a sizeable library of excellent applications and multimedia, industry-leading desktop publishing software, as well as cult favorites in gaming and “edutainment”. –

JOHN KNIGHT

1DEVELOPMENT When the original Macintosh launched in 1984, despite its elegant styling and interface, the computing world was disappointed to find few opportunities for hardware expansion, and graphics only in black and white.

>> In 1985, engineers Michael Dhuey and Brian Berkeley began work on a sequel, without the permission or knowledge of Steve Jobs, who led the Macintosh division at the time. Against Jobs’ wishes, this new machine would feature color graphics, and in a move back towards the openness of the Apple II, easily accessible expansion slots, using MIT’s NuBus system.

>> After Jobs was fired in September 1985, the Macintosh II enjoyed open and official development under the new project head, Jean-Louis Gassée. On the 2nd March 1987, the Macintosh II had its debut appearance at the AppleWorld Conference, before shipping to the public in April.