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[–] tiramichu@sh.itjust.works 8 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago)

The "Turbo" function was a masterstroke of marketing.

The actual function of the turbo is to slow the machine down, so it can be compatible with older games and software that ran too quickly on those newer systems.

Of course calling it a "slow down" button wasn't very sexy, so just flip the function around and label it turbo instead!