Collecting PCs

From: Mike Ford <mikeford_at_netwiz.net>
Date: Tue May 18 09:19:10 1999

I think we need to clarify collecting vs acquiring. The reason I bought a
IBM 5140 is that I think it represents a unique point in computer
development. The reason I bought a 486 clone is that I wanted a cheap Linux
server/router box. The appeal of a PS/2, or even a 5150, is kind of in the
middle combined with there current low prices.

Certainly nobody needs my or anyone elses approval prior to collecting
anything they see fit to, but I do tend to agree that few 486 or pentium
clones will ever fall into what we conventionally think of collectible
items. They are too common and too similar for my tastes.
Received on Tue May 18 1999 - 09:19:10 BST