Delve into the captivating world of vintage computers and electronics, where every computer or device has a story to tell. Journey with us as we retrace the footsteps of computing, telephony, television, and electronic games from a bygone era.
📜 Featured Website Exhibits:
- Tandy 2000HD: Dive into the world of vintage computing with the Tandy 2000HD—a pioneering marvel of its era. This retro gem is loaded with features and upgrades from Tandy and its 3rd party groups, and this page includes demonstrations and other software for the system. Not just about looks, it's built with a hard disk controller, DSQD diskette storage, and an array of features including a BUS mouse and clock/calendar card. Curious about what set the Tandy 2000HD apart? Discover its unique hardware and place in history!
- TRS-80 Model II & Adventure Games: Dive into the intriguing world of early computer gaming and hardware! Discover the genius of Scott Adams, the pioneer who brought Adventure games, the text-based mysteries once exclusive to Mainframes and Minis, to home computers in the late '70s and '80s. Venture further to explore the iconic TRS-80 Model II Microcomputer, a relic from Tandy RadioShack, complete with its disk expansion unit, software, and a fascinating backup of the Adventure Games demo. As we delve deep into its workings, repairs, and restorations, learn about the challenges of preserving old diskette media, and the meticulous process of setting up a dedicated disk imaging station.
- TRS-80 Network 3: Dive into the early innovation of networking with the TRS-80's Network 3 system, a groundbreaking tool for large classrooms that harnessed the RS232 protocol to seamlessly share resources and programs across multiple computers. Tailored for educators and students, this system transformed the TRS-80 Microcomputer, offering capabilities mirroring a stand-alone, disk-equipped Model III setup. Explore featured sections like the Network 3 Overview, Operating Software, 15MB Hard Disk System, and more.
- IBM 5110: In 1975, IBM introduced the 5100, a groundbreaking microcomputer designed for engineers, analysts, and others. This early portable computer, with its 5" screen and onboard tape drive, marked IBM's entry into the personal computer domain. In 1978, the 5110, a successor to the 5100, was launched targeting small and medium-sized businesses. Featuring options like disk storage, multiple printers, a communications interface, and various programming languages such as APL and BASIC, the 5110 was advanced for its era. Read more about the charm of a computer that set benchmarks for its time.
✍️ (WeB)log: Stay updated with our latest explorations and deep-dives into the myriad computers in our collection. Each post unravels the tale of technology, capturing its essence and significance in the timeline of electronics.
📼 Media: Rewind and play the classics. From vintage commercial software adverts and infomercials to instructional videos, explore our handpicked VHS content now available on YouTube, preserving the nostalgia of media's golden age.
🚙 Roadshow: Our hands-on classic computer roadshow brings the experience and joy of computing to local events and schools. Watch as the hardware comes to life, learn about software, coding, and other areas of technology.
📙 The Archive: View our inventory of physical exhibits from computers, microcomputers, consoles, terminals, switches, routers, telephones, media players and more! Photos and detailed information for the hands-on exhibits that are part of the roadshow.
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Whether you're a vintage tech enthusiast, a student of history, or just curious, AByteBehind.com is your portal to the past.
