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Zilog Z8000

The Zilog Z8000 is a 16-bit microprocessor introduced by Zilog in 1979. Operating at clock speeds up to 5 MHz, the Z8000 was designed to compete with other 16-bit processors such as the Intel 8086. It featured a rich instruction set and advanced architectural features like memory management and multiprocessing support, making it suitable for a wide range of applications including mini-computers, industrial control systems, and high-performance embedded systems. Despite its capabilities, the Z8000 faced challenges in the market due to compatibility issues and competition from other architectures. However, it still found use in niche applications and served as a foundation for later Zilog processors.