Intertec Data Systems

Intertec was founded in Columbia, South Carolina, by William Wells, a former IBM researcher, to manufacture and market low-cost video terminals.

[1] In 1979, the company introduced the Superbrain, an all-in-one microcomputer based on the Zilog Z80 microprocessor and running CP/M.

[2][3] In 1980, Intertec introduced the CompuStar, a multiuser microcomputer housed in a more standard desktop form factor.

However, the company found itself unable to compete with IBM's Personal Computer introduced in 1981, a system which saw quick widespread adoption.

It pivoted to the production of true IBM PC compatibles, marketing the A-Star as one such example that year.