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Life & fun · July 3, 2021

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Atto – BASIC computer that runs in the browser

Atto – BASIC computer that runs in the browser launched on July 3, 2021 with 102 votes, #493 of 3,502 launches that month and more than 90% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 5 years on.

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In plain words

Atto is a browser-based BASIC computer that lets users write and run programs using the classic BASIC programming language. Designed for hobbyists and anyone interested in retro computing, it brings the experience of vintage computers to modern web browsers without requiring installation. The emulator includes essential BASIC functionality, making it accessible for learning programming fundamentals or nostalgic exploration of early computer languages.

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