Word Processor (Teleplay System)
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| Word Processor |
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| System(s): Sega Mega Drive[1] |
| Developer: Baton Technologies[1], Keytronics[1] |
| Peripheral(s): Teleplay System[1] |
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The Word Processor is an unreleased Sega Mega Drive word processing program developed by Baton Technologies and computer peripheral manufacturer Keytronics.[1] Used in conjunction with Baton's equally-unreleased Teleplay System modem, it would provide users with a basic word processing program, and was advertised alongside the Web Interface as a novel way to expand the console's utility with home computer capabilities. As the Teleplay is equipped with connections for standard AT-spec keyboards and printers, a keyboard could be used to draft documents which could later be printed from the same software.
History
Much like the Teleplay's Web Interface and Downloadable Cartridge, the Word Processor was envisioned as a method for equipping the Sega Genesis with the kind of capabilities common to home computers. While initially announced in early 1992 as a collaboration with noted computer peripheral manufacturer Keytronics[1], issues caused by Baton Technologies' struggles to acquire official development licenses caused the company to focus their advertising on the system itself. Like the Teleplay System and all its associated software, the Word Processor would ultimately never see release.
Magazine articles
- Main article: Word Processor (Teleplay System)/Magazine articles.