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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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This discussion centers around nostalgia for older computing technology, specifically referencing the Altair 680 computer and its associated peripherals like magnetic tapes and floppy disks. Participants reflect on their experiences with these technologies, highlighting the cultural significance and memories tied to them. The conversation emphasizes the shared enjoyment of reminiscing about past innovations in computing.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of early computing hardware, specifically the Altair 680.
- Familiarity with magnetic tape storage and floppy disk technology.
- Knowledge of the evolution of computer peripherals.
- Awareness of the cultural impact of computing history.
- Research the specifications and historical significance of the Altair 680 computer.
- Explore the development and usage of magnetic tape storage in computing.
- Investigate the evolution of floppy disk formats and their impact on data storage.
- Learn about the cultural history of computing and its influence on modern technology.
This discussion is beneficial for technology historians, retro computing enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the evolution of computer technology and its cultural implications.
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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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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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Get over it. Nostalgia is just a thing of the past.
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Aaaw, we were just having a bit of innocent fun! Partypooper!Baluncore said:
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