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Learning Retro Computer Electronics Fault Finding and Restoration

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TLDR: Guide for retro computer repair: focus on safety, visual inspection, mechanical checks, cleaning, power checks, and diagnosing issues without extensive disassembly. Use minimal invasive methods and grow skills through experience while avoiding unnecessary damage. Join communities for support and resources.

https://retrogamecoders.com/learning-retrocomputer-electronics/

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Understanding the Bin, Sbin, Usr/bin , Usr/sbin Split

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Busybox’s directory structure (bin, sbin, usr/bin, usr/sbin) originates from 1970s Unix, where space limitations led to the /usr mount for user files. The split lacks relevancy today due to modern boot processes, shared libraries, and larger storage capacities. Over time, bureaucratic rules developed to justify the structure, but current practice is often arbitrary. Developers like Rob Landley simplify their systems by linking directories for practicality.

https://lists.busybox.net/pipermail/busybox/2010-December/074114.html

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Fav Tech Museums

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Marcin Wichary shares his love for technology history through a photo essay detailing his favorite tech museums. He reflects on the significance of exploring the past for inspiration and learning. He highlights six standout museums visited, like Taiwan’s National Railway Museum and Spain’s Museu de la Tècnica, praising their creativity, craftsmanship, and engaging exhibits. Wichary also mentions other noteworthy museums, offering insights into their unique qualities and experiences, while critically assessing a few he found lacking. His enthusiasm for tech history and importance of well-curated exhibitions resonates throughout the narrative.

https://aresluna.org/fav-tech-museums/

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Analog Audio Tape Cassette Nostalgia

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Tapedeck.org showcases the design and history of audio tape cassettes from the 1960s to the 1990s, highlighting their popularity, especially with the launch of the Sony Walkman. The site invites users to share images of their cassettes and features a collection of nearly 1,000 tapes from various brands. Despite declining use in the West, cassettes remain common in many developing countries.

https://www.tapedeck.org/

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Tangible Media: a Historical Collection of Information Storage Technology

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Humans have stored information for over 30,000 years. The 10th-century roller organ introduced the need for a device to access this info. Removable media like records, tapes, and cards enhanced cultural significance. Despite a trend toward network-based storage, physical media still hold value. This collection of 1,700 artifacts showcases the beauty and innovation of such media, reflecting their historical impact on society.

https://tangiblemediacollection.com/

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Photoshop 1.0 and the Early Macintosh HIG

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Gruber discusses Photoshop 1.0’s source code and early UI details, noting the timelessness of good design principles despite evolving styles and technologies. He critiques modern dismissiveness towards historical UI standards, emphasizing that fundamental design idioms remain relevant.

https://daringfireball.net/linked/2025/12/31/photoshop-1-and-the-early-macintosh-hig

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UNIX V4 Tape Successfully Recovered: First Ever Version of UNIX Written in C Is Running Again

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UNIX V4, the first version of UNIX with a C-written kernel, has been successfully recovered from a 1970s tape found at the University of Utah. The recovery was led by Al Kossow and involved reconstructing the data using the readtape program. Users can download the recovered files from the Internet Archive, with guides on running it through emulators like SimH. This marks a significant step in computing history, showcasing UNIX’s evolution from early assembly-coded versions to a more complex system.

https://www.theregister.com/2025/12/23/unix_v4_tape_successfully_recovered/

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