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8-bit computers are fully comprehensible, they're something you can build on a breadboard from components with straightforward datasheets. They're a perfect lea
by TillE 2y ago
8-bit computers are fully comprehensible, they're something you can build on a breadboard from components with straightforward datasheets. They're a perfect learning tool.
I don't think future generations are going to be very interested in tinkering with a C64 or an Apple II, but the 6502 will live on for a very long time.
- Mistletoe 2y ago>I don't think future generations are going to be very interested in tinkering with a C64 or an Apple II, but the 6502 will live on for a very long time. I think it will be the exact opposite.
- crote 2y ago> I don't think future generations are going to be very interested in tinkering with a C64 or an Apple II There's a decent bunch of Gen Z'ers absolutely fascinated by the DOS 3.11 / Windows 95 era, and almost certainly also C64 / Apple II. Both the hardware and software from that time period was still novel, innovative, and plain weird. On the other hand, it is very clearly just a computer: you can hook it up to a network or play games on it. It brought us Microsoft Bob, who wouldn't want to poke around with that?
- anthk 2y agoWindows 95 isn't that alien from WIndows 10, the usage it's almost the same. With Retrozilla you can even comment into HN. An Amiga or a classic Mac, OTOH, has a weirdness point.