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Re: ALTAIR 8800 minicomputer

TB — 4/28/2010 8:11:06 PM (archived)

I still remember seeing ads for "personal" hobby computers that were programmed by flipping switches. Anybody still have fond memories of Heathkit?

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Ed Roberts joins his ALTAIR 8800 minicomputer, departing forever. - Jeff-Wash - 4/28/2010 6:10:52 PM
- Re: ALTAIR 8800 minicomputer - TB - 4/28/2010 8:11:06 PM

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