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The Texan company Cardiff Electronics gets a new employee from New York. He's apparently working for IBM, but after the he gets the new job it gets clear that he has a hidden agenda, and is not exactly what he claims to be.

After surviving a visit from IBM, Joe's team must overcome internal differences and begin the technical feat of building the new machine.

Gordon and Cameron struggle to make Joe's vision a reality; Joe and Bosworth seek the funds to make the new machine.

High Plains Hardware

As Cameron nears completion of the BIOS, a crisis threatens the project's future and requires all hands on deck to save the machine.

Close to the Metal

Cameron bristles under a new manager as Joe and Gordon attempt to procure a key piece of new technology for the computer.

Adventure

A breakthrough by Cameron places her at odds with Gordon, leaving Joe to make a tough decision. Meanwhile, Hurricane Alicia spurs some personal revelations.

Landfall

A visitor from Joe's past threatens his newfound connection with Cameron. Meanwhile, with Donna out of town, the toll of Gordon's work catches up with him.

Giant

Scandal hits Cardiff Electric as the team finalizes preparations for COMDEX. Meanwhile, Bosworth makes a sacrifice for the good of the PC program.

The 214s

Unforeseen opponents and new complications threaten to derail the Cardiff Electric team's work at COMDEX.

Up Helly Aa

Gordon and Joe prepare to transport the Giant.  A suspicious defect causes a rift in the partnership.

1984

Cameron and Donna's gaming company, Mutiny, reaches a critical stage. Joe and Gordon are reunited.

SETI

Joe begins a new job after meeting Sara's father. Gordon grapples with his newfound freedom.

New Coke

John attempts to reconnect with his old life. Gordon and Donna get a surprising invitation.

The Way In

Joe and Gordon work together to bring about Joe's vision. There is tension between Cameron and Donna.

Play with Friends

Cameron and Joe clash leaving Cameron in a tailspin. Gordon attempts to deal with some difficult news.

Extract and Defend

Gordon is back in California, hoping to reconnect with his brother. Joe uses the leverage that he has.

10Broad36

Gordon and Donna are keeping secrets from one another. Gordon sets up a new venture.

Working for the Clampdown

Cameron and Tom attempt to come to terms at Mutiny's user picnic. Gordon looks for some answers.

Limbo

Shocked by a rival's launch, Mutiny takes measures to make sure of survival.

Kali

After the Clark family descends into crisis, Gordon  attempts to help Joe.

Heaven Is a Place

Donna and Cameron explore their options to expand beyond chat.  Meanwhile, Gordon settles in at Mutiny and Joe launches his latest product.

Valley of the Heart's Delight

While Cameron and Donna struggle to find venture capital, Joe hires a key coder, leaving the rest of the team at a loss.

One Way or Another

Tensions rise at the office as Gordon and Donna's personal life spills into work. Meanwhile, Joe meets with the MacMillan board.

Flipping the Switch

A game of laser tag teaches Gordon the importance of teamwork; Donna and Cameron disagree on their acquisition.

Rules of Honorable Play

Donna and Gordon decide to treat themselves to a vacation at home instead of camping. Bos and Cameron return to Texas. Ryan and Joe have a revelation.

Yerba Buena

Tensions rise over an offer to buy Mutiny. Donna has a weekend alone, while Gordon and Cam bond over video games. Joe has a standoff with the board.

And She Was

Joe and Ryan deal with the consequences of Joe's decision. Cameron and Donna fight over the future, while Gordon has a crisis of conscience.

The Threshold

Donna, Bos and Diane go on the road to build support for Mutiny, while everyone else anxiously awaits the big day. Joe asks Cam for a favor.

You Are Not Safe

Donna tries to bring everyone together at Comdex with her vision of the internet's future and Gordon faces a strong-willed Joanie.

While Donna's vision inspires a spirited discussion about the next big thing and how to achieve it, the end result may not make everyone happy.

So It Goes

Joe and Cameron talk on the phone. Donna promotes her assistant. Gordon's business buckles under pressure from a larger competitor.

Signal to Noise

Cameron promotes her game at an industry conference. Donna squares off against old rivals. Gordon struggles to support Joe's newest idea.

Miscellaneous

Cameron buys a plot of land to re-center. Joe and Gordon hire a team of websurfers to map the web. Donna focuses her team on the mission ahead.

Tonya and Nancy

Donna struggles with suspicion. Bosworth hits a breaking point. Joe confesses to Gordon while Cameron faces past mistakes.

Nowhere Man

Donna makes a play for a heavy hitter. Gordon confronts his daughter about an issue at school. Cameron finds a new fan. Joe sees a new side of Haley.

A Connection Is Made

Joe and Gordon discuss Comet's future; Donna takes a vacation. A new collaborator challenges Cameron. Bos and Diane make a life-altering choice.

Who Needs a Guy

Cameron helps Donna pack up. Bos makes his famous chili. Joe helps Haley recover a memorable keep sake. Gordon and Donna fight.

Goodwill

Donna faces a professional crossroads. Joanie takes a trip. Joe unveils Comet's new look. Cameron asks a favor from a one-time collaborator.

Search

In the series finale, Donna celebrates a milestone with her closest allies. Cameron contemplates saying goodbye as Joe confronts an uncertain future.

Ten of Swords

During the rise of the PC era in the early 1980s, an unlikely trio - a visionary, an engineer and a prodigy - take personal and professional risks in the race to build a computer that will change the world as they know it.

The Best Seasons of Halt and Catch Fire

The Best Seasons of Halt and Catch Fire

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