Retrocomputing is the use of computer hardware generally judged obsolete. One example would be to use a Cambridge Z88 or a Tandy Model 100 to do your work instead of the latest Pentium, multimedia laptop. Some people have no use for or can't afford a modern computer and choose to work on older computers instead. If you use the computer only do do word processing perhaps you are satisfied with an Amstrad PCW. A related subject is retrogaming and abandonware. It's a bit different and seems to be mostly based on wanting games based on good gameplay instead of effects.
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- Oldcomputers.net A historical timeline on computers dating back to 1970.
- The AT&T Unix PC AT&T 3B1/7300 Unix PC information archives.
- Eric Smith's Retrocomputing page This is a veritable "home museum" covering the personal computer from the PDP-11 and the IBM 5100 onwards...
- Retro Review Retro computing magazine.
- Vector Graphics Terminals Information about storage tube vector graphics terminals, with examples from a private collection.
- The Old Computer Dedicated to all aspects of retro computing, old computers, games consoles, handhelds, games and watches.
- Retrocomputing Archive Software for classic computer systems.
- Mattel Aquarius Homecomputer All about the Aquarius computer by Mattel Electronics / Radofin with technical information and links.
- PERQ Workstations All about PERQ workstations.
- Apollo Domain OS Offers an archive of information including patches and jumpers for users of this operating system.
- Pelikonepeijoonit.net A Finnish collection of around 200 classic computers and game consoles, with information articles, links and even some fun.
- OldVersion.com Non-profit organization serving the online community by providing old versions of various programs.
- The Official IMSAI Website Vendor of the original 8080-based microcomputer. They still sell parts and are releasing a more modern release, the IMSAI Series 2, compatible with CP/M and ZS-DOS.
- Erik S. Klein's Vintage Computer Collection A virtual computer museum representing Erik Klein's personal collection of historical computers. The site features computer history, pictures and a message board.
- Obsolyte - Obsolete and Elyte! A website about the old workstations, focusing on unix systems. The only known archive of material.
- Thomson MO5, MO6 and Olivetti PC128 Downloadable games and programs with screenshots, cover art, and documentation.
- Old-Computers.com Contains historical information as well as collector links.
- Theo Engel Software for Honeywell Series 16 bit minicomputers. DDP-116 DDP-516 and H-316 / H316.
- Yahoo! Groups: mattelaquarius A place to discover, chat about and just get general information on the Mattel Aquarius home computer.
- retroComputingTasmania Exploring retro computing (hardware, software and experience) in a Tasmanian context.
- Heathkit Computers Heathkit and Zenith 8-bit computers and non-IBM compatible systems, like the H8, H11, H89, and H/Z-100. Includes information, software, manuals, catalogs, and an H89 emulator.
- Sell My Retro Trading and auction site dedicated to retro computer hardware, software, and accessories.
- Photos of early computers: years 1950-1975 Over 16,000 photos and descriptions of retro to antique computers and components. Site is in French, but offers an English translation.
- The Restart Page Emulates the rebooting of several vintage operating systems.
- Bricks and Beams eCrater Store Selling a wide variety of vintage computing hardware and software. From classic Apple IIGS computers to Wordperfect 5.1.
- Zusie the Relay Computer Zusie is a computer built almost entirely out of relays. It is inspired by the work of Konrad Zuse in the 1930's.