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# The PC 8300 Computer, Part 2: Software Use and Compatibility

Second installment of a multi-part series on the Lambda/PC 8300 computer, analyzing ROM organization differences, BASIC token incompatibilities, machine language ROM call differences, and pre-recorded software compatibility with ZX81/TS1000 tapes. Lists new BASIC commands including MUSIC, SOUND, TEMPO, BEEP, NOBEEP, and color commands.