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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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Succeeding Magazine:

Acorn User

Issue 51

October 1986

Acorn User

Issue 56

March 1987

Acorn User

Issue 61

August 1987

Acorn User

Issue 66

January 1988

Acorn User

Issue 71

June 1988

Acorn User

Issue 52

November 1986

Acorn User

Issue 57

April 1987

Acorn User

Issue 62

September 1987

Acorn User

Issue 67

February 1988

Acorn User

Issue 72

July 1988

Acorn User

Issue 53

December 1986

Acorn User

Issue 58

May 1987

Acorn User

Issue 63

October 1987

Acorn User

Issue 68

March 1988

Acorn User

Issue 73

August 1988

Acorn User

Issue 54

January 1987

Acorn User

Issue 59

June 1987

Acorn User

Issue 64

November 1987

Acorn User

Issue 69

April 1988

Acorn User

Issue 74

September 1988

Acorn User

Issue 55

February 1987

Acorn User

Issue 60

July 1987

Acorn User

Issue 65

December 1987

Acorn User

Issue 70

May 1988

Acorn User

Issue 75

October 1988

Special Issues

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