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If you know what this cable is for, you are old 
If you know what this cable is for...
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around a nostalgic reflection on old technology, specifically a cable, and the memories associated with it. Participants share their experiences with past computing devices and media, such as mainframes, magnetic tapes, and floppy disks, while engaging in light-hearted banter.
Discussion Character
- Nostalgic reflection, Meta-discussion
Main Points Raised
- Some participants reminisce about old technology, mentioning mainframes and floppy disks, indicating a shared experience of using these devices.
- One participant recalls seeing the cable on their Altair 680 computer, contributing to the nostalgic theme.
- Another participant humorously suggests that there are people who recognize the cable but cannot remember its purpose due to age.
- Some participants express a desire to continue the nostalgic conversation, while others suggest moving on from the topic.
- There is a playful exchange about the nature of nostalgia, with some participants defending its value while others dismiss it as irrelevant.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally share a fondness for nostalgia, but there is disagreement on whether to continue discussing it or to move on to other topics.
Contextual Notes
The discussion is informal and lacks a focused technical or theoretical framework, relying instead on personal anecdotes and humor.
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sbrothy
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Oh, I don't need no cable to know I'm old. I remember the mainframes with their magnetic tapes and the old, really big, floppy disks. What was it? 8"?
Heh. Good times.
EDIT: Oh, and sorry for engaging. I'm sure we don't need a nostalgia thread.
Heh. Good times.
EDIT: Oh, and sorry for engaging. I'm sure we don't need a nostalgia thread.
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jedishrfu
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My memory fades. I saw it on my Altair 680 computer.
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sbrothy said:
We always need a bit if nostalgia
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I have an IDEa where it was from hahahha
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Ha! There's an additional category of people who have seen it, recognize it, but are too old to remember what it was for! Ha ha ha.
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Baluncore
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Get over it. Nostalgia is just a thing of the past.
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sbrothy
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Aaaw, we were just having a bit of innocent fun! Partypooper!Baluncore said:
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