= 1987 in computing
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The year 1987 was significant in the computing world for several reasons, marking advancements in software, hardware, and personal computing. Here are some notable events and developments from that year: 1. **Windows 2.0**: Microsoft released Windows 2.0 in December 1987. This version improved upon the previous Windows release, introducing support for overlapping windows and improved memory management, further establishing Windows as a significant graphical user interface for personal computers.
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