x86 junk, AT/370 boards, etc. (was Re: printer socket (Off topic))

From: Ward Donald Griffiths III <gram_at_cnct.com>
Date: Mon Sep 21 20:23:33 1998

Max Eskin wrote:
>
> I'm sure that the problem is that earlier, you had a different
> concept of interesting machines. I don't think minis and workstations
> were ever very common at hamfests, compared to common micros. I don't
> think PCs are bringing an end to classic computing; sooner or later,
> all PDPs and VAXen and IMSAIs will be in the hands of collectors.

And/or in landfills. A lot are already there.

> Did Compaq document their machines well?

Not that I've noticed -- that may improve with the acquisition of DEC,
if they keep some of the tech writing crew, but I wouldn't bet the
ranch on it.

-- 
Ward Griffiths <mailto:gram_at_cnct.com> <http://www.cnct.com/home/gram/>
When I was crossing the border into Canada, they asked me if I had any
firearms with me.  I said "Well, what do you need?"  --  Steven Wright
Received on Mon Sep 21 1998 - 20:23:33 BST

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