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Acorn User

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Other

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Launch editor:

Jane Fransella

Number of issues:

267

Acorn User was one of the leading UK-based computing magazines for users of Acorn Computers, primarily covering the BBC Micro, Acorn Archimedes, and later the Risc PC. First launched in 1983, it became an essential resource for Acorn enthusiasts and educators, offering reviews, programming tutorials, and hardware advice. Aimed at hobbyists, teachers, and professionals, Acorn User provided a platform for the vibrant Acorn community to connect and explore the capabilities of their systems. The magazine ran until 1998 and was a key publication during the height of Acorn’s popularity in the UK.

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Acorn User

Issue 26

September 1984

Acorn User

Issue 31

February 1985

Acorn User

Issue 36

July 1985

Acorn User

Issue 41

December 1985

Acorn User

Issue 46

May 1986

Acorn User

Issue 27

October 1984

Acorn User

Issue 32

March 1985

Acorn User

Issue 37

August 1985

Acorn User

Issue 42

January 1986

Acorn User

Issue 47

June 1986

Acorn User

Issue 28

November 1984

Acorn User

Issue 33

April 1985

Acorn User

Issue 38

September 1985

Acorn User

Issue 43

February 1986

Acorn User

Issue 48

July 1986

Acorn User

Issue 29

December 1984

Acorn User

Issue 34

May 1985

Acorn User

Issue 39

October 1985

Acorn User

Issue 44

March 1986

Acorn User

Issue 49

August 1986

Acorn User

Issue 30

January 1985

Acorn User

Issue 35

June 1985

Acorn User

Issue 40

November 1985

Acorn User

Issue 45

April 1986

Acorn User

Issue 50

September 1986

Special Issues

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