The 68010 is a microprocessor designed by Motorola and introduced in 1982. It is an enhanced version of the earlier 68000 processor, featuring improved performance and additional instructions. The 68010 supports virtual memory and has a more efficient interrupt handling system, making it suitable for advanced computing applications. This processor was widely used in various systems, including workstations and embedded applications. It was particularly popular in the Apple Macintosh line and other computing platforms during the 1980s and early 1990s. The 68010 contributed to the development of the 68k family of processors, which influenced many computing technologies.