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Looking for Pictures needed from 1985 to 1995 computer lab
by Jeffrey Brace 21 Dec '21

21 Dec '21

VCF is consulting with a small film studio to tell a story from the early 90's. They want to be as authentic as possible. Does anyone have any pictures from college computer lab's from this time period? If yes, then please contact me. Thanks! ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner VCF Mid-Atlantic Executive Director Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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MMURTL 32-bit project OS
by Richard Cini 21 Dec '21

21 Dec '21

All – In the early-1990’s, there was a book about a DIY 32-bit OS, written by Rich Burgess (it’s often called “MMURTL”). I started playing with it again after a lot of years, and there are some fixed/enhancements for it, but every version of one of the files (CLI.C) in every archive on-line (AJMFixes1.zip) is corrupt. If anyone has a non-corrupt version of this, please let me know. Even the “new” github repros have the corrupt version. Thanks! Rich -- Rich Cini http://cini.classiccmp.org http://altair32.classiccmp.org

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Lisa 1 on Pawn Stars featuring someone you know (not Corey)
by Chris Fala 20 Dec '21

20 Dec '21

How much more money are these worth with the Twiggy drives, vs. the 3.5"? On Mon, Dec 20, 2021 at 1:58 PM Sentrytv via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > Episode 14 is the right one > > Sent from: > My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device. > > > On Dec 20, 2021, at 1:05 PM, Chris Fala via vcf-midatlantic < > vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > > > I scanned through episode 14, don't think that is the one, unless I > missed > > Ian somehow. > > > > > > > >> On Mon, Dec 20, 2021 at 8:39 AM Jeff Salzman via vcf-midatlantic < > >> vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > >> > >> According to the History Channel, it aired two days ago. > >> > >> Watch Pawn Stars Season 19 Episode 14 | HISTORY Channel > >> <https://www.history.com/shows/pawn-stars/season-19/episode-14> > >> > >>> On Mon, Dec 20, 2021 at 8:09 AM Sentrytv <sentrytv(a)yahoo.com> wrote: > >>> > >>> I know that somebody requested in one of the emails for Festivus, If > >>> somebody had a discovery plus account and maybe they were going to show > >>> this then? > >>> > >>> Sent from: > >>> My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device. > >>> > >>>> On Dec 20, 2021, at 8:05 AM, Jeff Salzman via vcf-midatlantic < > >>> vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > >>>> > >>>> Ian was probably under contact to keep quiet until after the show > >> aired. > >>>> > >>>> This is rather common in TV. > >>>> > >>>>> On Mon, Dec 20, 2021, 7:53 AM Christian Liendo via vcf-midatlantic < > >>>>> vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > >>>>> > >>>>> Ok this is cool, why am I hearing about this now? > >>>>> > >>>>> Ian! Why didn't you tell us to watch out for this? > >>>>> > >>>>> > >>>>> > >>>>> On Mon, Dec 20, 2021 at 7:13 AM Adam Michlin via vcf-midatlantic < > >>>>> vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > >>>>> > >>>>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1KNlhN2CEVk > >>>>>> > >>>>> > >>> > >>> > >> > >

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Lisa 1 on Pawn Stars featuring someone you know (not Corey)
by Adam Michlin 20 Dec '21

20 Dec '21

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1KNlhN2CEVk

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Lisa 1 on Pawn Stars featuring someone you know (not Corey)
by Andrew Diller 20 Dec '21

20 Dec '21

That Lisa looks in much better shape than the Lisa 1 down at System Source! Wherever you found it, nice find. Also the $95,000 seems right in line with the recent auction for a working one just a few months ago: https://www.rrauction.com/auctions/lot-detail/344684606157013-apple-lisa-co… <https://www.rrauction.com/auctions/lot-detail/344684606157013-apple-lisa-co…> -andy

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Lisa 1 on Pawn Stars featuring someone you know (not Corey)
by VAXman＠tmesis.org 20 Dec '21

20 Dec '21

Chris Fala via vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> writes: >Yeah, imported beer even! LOL > >Nice job, Ian! > > > >On Mon, Dec 20, 2021 at 7:43 AM Jeff Salzman via vcf-midatlantic < >vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > >> Now we know who's buying the beer at the next workshop! =F0=9F=98=81 > >> On Mon, Dec 20, 2021, 7:13 AM Adam Michlin via vcf-midatlantic < > >vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > > >https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3D1KNlhN2CEVk > > > This video is no longer available.

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OT - need help with a Camp Evans Project
by Martin Flynn 19 Dec '21

19 Dec '21

OT and short notice, apologies for both. on 12/19/2021, I need a second pair of hands to assist with moving a large format monitor from the wall in the 9059 office to the hotel, and hang same on the wall in the admin area at Camp Evans (InfoAge) Looks to be at two hours, I can do the clean-up work solo if need be Martin Flynn

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Holiday Schedule for VCF and InfoAge Museums
by Jeffrey Brace 17 Dec '21

17 Dec '21

Hello everyone, Sorry for the confusion, but I guess some people gave me the wrong information. The museums will indeed be: CLOSED December 25, 26 & January 1, 2 This comes from Gloria and Mike Ruane so it is definitive. ========================================= Jeff Brace Vice President & Board Member Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org -- ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner VCF Mid-Atlantic Executive Director Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Digital Equipment Corp. memorabilia in New Hamshire
by Christian Liendo 17 Dec '21

17 Dec '21

I think the belt buckle is really cool https://nh.craigslist.org/for/d/lee-digital-equipment-corp-memorabilia/7415…

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"Think a Little" - Tim Stryker
by John Heritage 17 Dec '21

17 Dec '21

Hey folks, I'm cleaning up my house a bit for a move, and found a book I read back in 2016: "Think a Little : Evolutionary Perspectives On The Future Of Civilization". The book was written by the author of MajorBBS / founder of Galacticomm (Tim Stryker), and for several reasons I picked up the book years ago. Note the book has nothing to do with BBSes though :) - it's a bit of a philosophy book with (various) thoughts on the present, and a chapter or two dedicated to future predictions (as written in 1992-1993). Per my notes from 2016 - it's definitely not an easy read, it's somewhat US focused, and in many ways controversial / definitely not PC (but in my personal opinion covered topics worth exploring, even if the reader disagrees). The synopsis of the book is a push for a new type of democracy - which is clearly not a small topic :). If anyone would like the book, send me an email and I'll mail you the book free of charge - it's yours! Thanks! John - Stryker, Tim (1993). *Think a little: Evolutionary Perspectives On The Future Of Civilization* (1 ed.). Boca Raton, Florida: Cool Hand Communications. ISBN <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ISBN_(identifier)> 1-56790-025-9 <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/1-56790-025-9>.

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Nice SPARCstations on eBay
by Alexander Jacocks 16 Dec '21

16 Dec '21

There are a pair of reasonably priced and nice and clean SPARCstations on eBay, right now: SPARCstation 5: https://www.ebay.com/itm/194615747234 UltraSPARC 1: https://www.ebay.com/itm/194615785445 I've dealt with the seller before, and he was fine. - Alex

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Holiday Schedule for VCF and InfoAge Museums
by Jeffrey Brace 15 Dec '21

15 Dec '21

InfoAge and all its museums including VCF holiday schedule: CLOSED December 25 & January 1. OPEN December 26, January 2 ========================================= Jeff Brace Vice President & Board Member Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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PDP11s in PA?
by Christian Liendo 15 Dec '21

15 Dec '21

I saw this and someone has to be interested https://allentown.craigslist.org/sys/d/walnutport-vintage-computer-moving-s… I need to reduce the number of vintage computers I have and would love to send them off to another enthusiast like myself. Here’s just a bit of what I have for sale: (Some need work) - Macintosh SE (atleast 2) - Macintosh Plus - Macintosh 512k - Various Power Macintosh models - Loads of PC systems including laptops (most 20 years old or older) - Way too many accessories to list - TRS/ATARI/Commodore 8bit stuff, including numerous C=64’s, a 128 with floppy drives and a monitor, and Vic-20 with a printer. Check out the vintage PDP-11’s I have, including a Heathkit H-11 and a Christlin Industries machine. I also have typewriters and Teletypes (ASR). Modems for Dialup enthusiasts (run that BBS you’ve been dreaming of). Almost everything is for sale. If you see something you want, ask. The worst I can say is “no”. Thanks for your attention today. Have a happy holiday!

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Ideas for classes for InfoAge Education Committee
by Jeffrey Brace 15 Dec '21

15 Dec '21

I’m part of the InfoAge Education Committee. They are actively looking for ideas and instructors. It can be a one shot class or something ongoing. It can be in person or through Zoom or both. They are looking to raise money to support the cost of running the museum. Any ideas? Any offers for instructors? Please send them my way. Thanks! -- ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner VCF Mid-Atlantic Executive Director Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Christmas demo on SX-64
by Adam Michlin 15 Dec '21

15 Dec '21

Nope, preferably before Christmas, for Christmas pictures, though. You (anyone) can send them directly to: adam.michlin(a)vcfed.org Also include your instagram account, if you want to be publicly credited. And thanks to Dean for pointing out my bad URL! Thanks everyone! -Adam On Wed, Dec 15, 2021 at 10:26 AM W. Bryan Caudle via vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > I would love to help with this, I have my SX-64 up and made a working disk. I assume that the pictures are needed today? > > Thanks! > > > -----Original Message----- > From: vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic-bounces(a)lists.vcfed.org> On Behalf Of Dean Notarnicola via vcf-midatlantic > Sent: Wednesday, December 15, 2021 7:39 AM > To: vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> > Cc: Dean Notarnicola <dean.notarnicola(a)vcfed.org> > Subject: Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Christmas demo on SX-64 > > The link you posted was broken > > https://instagram.com/lssmuseum?utm_medium=copy_link > > > On Wed, Dec 15, 2021 at 7:12 AM Adam Michlin via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > > Hi All, > > > > Just to clarify, it is LSSM that is doing the 12 days of Vintage > > Computer Christmas on their Instagram account (which is highly > > recommended to follow, anyway) at: > > > > https://instagram.com/lssmueum > > > > But we (VCF) would still love some vintage computer holiday content. > > > > Best wishes, > > > > -Adam > > VCF Social Media Specialist > > > > instagram.com/vcfederation > > twitter.com/vcfederation > > facebook.com/vcfederation > > > > > > On Wed, Dec 15, 2021 at 12:13 AM Jeffrey Brace via vcf-midatlantic > > <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > > > > > Can someone who has a working SX-64 take a picture of their system > > > with > > the > > > famous Christmas demo that came with it? We will be using it for the > > VCF's > > > 12 days of Christmas on Instagram. > > > > > > Thanks! > > > > > > ========================================= > > > Jeff Brace > > > VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer > > > Festival East Show-runner VCF Mid-Atlantic Executive Director > > > Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ > > > jeffrey(a)vcfed.org > > >

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Christmas demo on SX-64
by Jeffrey Brace 15 Dec '21

15 Dec '21

Can someone who has a working SX-64 take a picture of their system with the famous Christmas demo that came with it? We will be using it for the VCF's 12 days of Christmas on Instagram. Thanks! ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner VCF Mid-Atlantic Executive Director Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Lego Dacta Controller
by Jeffrey Brace 15 Dec '21

15 Dec '21

Someone e-mailed info(a)vcfed.org asking for info about the Lego Dacta controller. They had found this article: http://spectrum.ieee.org/robotics/diy/building-8bit-bots and therefore our organization. Is there someone who can help them and answer their questions? Thanks! ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner VCF Mid-Atlantic Executive Director Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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VCF Marketing Director Position Available
by Jeffrey Brace 13 Dec '21

13 Dec '21

The Vintage Computer Federation is looking for a Marketing Director. If you or anyone that you know is interested, please forward me an e-mail, cover letter and resume. This is a volunteer position where we they would work about 5 hours a week. Description below for this position. Job Title: Marketing Director Reports To: VCF President Job Description: The Vintage Computer Federation Marketing Director is a volunteer position and is responsible for promoting the Federation, owned and affiliated events and our "brand' to the community at large. Job functions include, but are not limited to: 1. Producing and distributing press releases for: a. Announcing events, achievements and goals b. Recapping successful events c. Seeking artifacts, collaboration, recognition, donations, etc. 2. Managing social media accounts, content, outreach, advertising, etc. 3. Raising awareness of the organization with the community at large through any means possible. 4. Being the go-to press representative for the organization and seeking out press coverage at all opportunities. 5. Fostering relationships and managing contacts with outside organizations. 6. Working with the Forum administrators to enhance the visibility and reach of the forums. 7. Maintaining and actively using accounts on as many "industry" venues as possible including our Vintage Computer Forums, cc:talk, the VCF Mid-Atlantic Discussion list, BACH mailing list, Facebook hobby groups and as many others as feasible. 8. Supervises and coordinates with the Social Media Manager. 9. Expected hours are on average about two hours per week, increasing to more hours during bigger events. 10. Report to VCF Board twice monthly on progress and results. If you are interested, please submit a sample marketing plan. ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Final Committee Member Election Results
by Dean Notarnicola 13 Dec '21

13 Dec '21

Please welcome Dave McGuire and Jason Perkins to the VCF Mid-Atlantic steering committee! I know they will add great ideas and energy to the committee. Thank you to everyone who participated in the election! There is much good work to be done, but it doesn't get done without help from our membership and volunteers. There are many opportunities for improving and expanding our operations, so please consider volunteering to help keep VCF moving upward and onward. Regards, Dean

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Happy Festivus everyone!
by Jeffrey Brace 12 Dec '21

12 Dec '21

We all had the best time this year! I saw old friends, new friends and new members come. Lots of good food, drink and camaraderie. It seemed like everyone enjoyed the new format with the swap meet & repair workshop. Cooking in the outdoor camper worked well. Fast cooking, lots of space, protected from weather, etc. I appreciate those that helped me out with setup, break down, cooking, etc. Enjoy the rest of the month everyone, I will be making announcements in a few days about upcoming events. ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Breakfast tomorrow at 9AM
by Jeffrey Brace 12 Dec '21

12 Dec '21

OB Diner 1519 Richmond Ave, Point Pleasant, NJ 08742 -- ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Hearse full of stuff tomorrow
by Joseph Giliberti 12 Dec '21

12 Dec '21

Hey Guys! A bad throttle position sensor sidelined my ride today. I'll be there tomorrow morning with a hearse full of not-dead computers. Regards, Joe

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Cancelling on Festivus
by Jonathan Chapman 12 Dec '21

12 Dec '21

All, Amy was up all night with a stomach bug, so I'm going to have to cancel on Festivus. Have fun without me! Thanks, Jonathan

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Epson laser Projector
by Sentrytv 11 Dec '21

11 Dec '21

Who has the ups of laser Projector at the Festivus swap meet? I am interested Sent from: My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device.

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Festivus workshop event Testing Cumulus 386sx board
by Sentrytv 11 Dec '21

11 Dec '21

Well it looks like due to unfortunate circumstances I will have to cancel testing this board out with Dean and I will end up doing this on my own at some point on my Compaq 286 computer At another time Sent from: My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device. > On Nov 22, 2021, at 7:26 AM, Dean Notarnicola <dean.notarnicola(a)vcfed.org> wrote: > > > I’ll only be there Saturday, but I would be willing to leave my rig there for the sake of getting the test and video done. > >> On Mon, Nov 22, 2021 at 7:24 AM Sentrytv <sentrytv(a)yahoo.com> wrote: >> I just want to let you know that I have a Canon camera (that will do 1080p res. Video and good quality audio). >> >> I don’t know if the lens is wide angle enough, and I also have a tripod, but I don’t know if that’s what you guys would use to video this. >> >> Please let me know if you would want to use that? >> >> To Dean and Ethan, >> >> Which day would you like to do this, on Saturday or Sunday? >> >> This way I can spend time at the swap meet. >> >> Thank you >> >> Mike Rosen >> >> >> Sent from: >> My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device. >> >> > On Nov 21, 2021, at 11:58 PM, Ethan O'Toole <ethan(a)757.org> wrote: >> > >> > >> > Yep, I plan to be there. >> > >> > Just sold some LTO robotic tape library hardware on eBay and they want to get it from me on the 12th. >> > >> > I need to sign up online and all that, will do so when I get to work tomorrow. >> > >> > I can bring a camcorder. >> > >> > - Ethan >> > >> > >> >> On Sun, 21 Nov 2021, Jeffrey Brace wrote: >> >> >> >> On Sun, Nov 21, 2021 at 11:48 AM Andy Diller <andrew.diller(a)vcfed.org> >> >> wrote: >> >> >> >>> I will not be able to- as I'm not able to attend Festivus this year. >> >>> >> >> >> >> OK. Sorry to hear that you won't make it! You will be missed. >> >> >> >> So @Ethan O'Toole <ethan(a)757.org> Are you coming? >> >> >> >> >> >>> >> >>> -andy >> >>> >> >>> -------------------------- >> >>> Andy Diller >> >>> andrew.diller(a)vcfed.org >> >>> Vintage Computer Federation, a federal 501c3 designated charity >> >>> 267-353-2203 >> >>> >> >>> >> >>> >> >>> >> >>>> On Nov 20, 2021, at 5:56 PM, Jeffrey Brace <jeffrey(a)vcfed.org> wrote: >> >>> >> >>> Ethan or Andy, >> >>> >> >>> Can you record this for Mike Rosen? >> >>> >> >>> Thanks! >> >>> >> >>>> On Fri, Nov 19, 2021 at 8:37 PM Sentrytv <sentrytv(a)yahoo.com> wrote: >> >>> >> >>>> Good evening >> >>>> >> >>>> I requested Dean if he could help me out with testing a Cumulus 386sx >> >>>> Upgrade board at the up coming Festivus Workshop. >> >>>> >> >>>> I asked Dean to supply the computer and I’ll supply the upgrade board. >> >>>> >> >>>> I am requesting if someone, would be able to Video the event, add >> >>>> commentary, and upload it to the VCF web page. >> >>>> >> >>>> I am not one for doing these videos or have experience at anything like >> >>>> that, so if anybody can provide help that would be great. >> >>>> >> >>>> Basically we’re just going to take a working IBM AT 286 computer And pop >> >>>> in this upgrade board run some tests on it maybe do a comparison between >> >>>> the 286 and the SX upgrade. >> >>>> I’m sure this was done back in 1987-88 but I figured I’d like to test my >> >>>> board out as well. >> >>>> >> >>>> Thank you >> >>>> Mike Rosen >> >>>> >> >>>> >> >>>> Sent from: >> >>>> My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device. >> >>>> >> >>> -- >> >>> ========================================= >> >>> Jeff Brace >> >>> Vice President & Board Member >> >>> Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner >> >>> Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity >> >>> http://www.vcfed.org/ >> >>> jeffrey(a)vcfed.org >> >>> >> >>> >> >>> >> >>> >> >> >> > >> > -- >> > : Ethan O'Toole >> > >>

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] First post
by Jeffrey Brace 11 Dec '21

11 Dec '21

On Sat, Dec 11, 2021 at 1:44 AM skogkatt007--- via vcf-midatlantic < vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > Hi just joined. Been a collector for a long time, though am desperately needing to sell/auction a lot of stuff, some very rare and unusual. I attended the swap meet in April and am thrilled to see another is coming early next year. I somewhat question the proposed date, 2/26/22, but maybe this one is indoors? The timing doesn't bother me one bit, I just don't want others put off by it. In any event I'll be there. > Yes. I haven't officially announced it yet with all the details. Yes. It will be indoors. We will have it in 3 rooms in two buildings. We will have food available for sale there as well. Signups for this will be starting within two weeks.

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First post
by skogkatt007＠yahoo.com 11 Dec '21

11 Dec '21

Hi just joined. Been a collector for a long time, though am desperately needing to sell/auction a lot of stuff, some very rare and unusual. I attended the swap meet in April and am thrilled to see another is coming early next year. I somewhat question the proposed date, 2/26/22, but maybe this one is indoors? The timing doesn't bother me one bit, I just don't want others put off by it. In any event I'll be there.

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Festivus Code to get in
by Jeffrey Brace 10 Dec '21

10 Dec '21

The temporary code to get into the Festivus hall is the greatest microprocessor ever! 6502 See everyone there! ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Palm Pilot PDA: 25 years old!
by Jeffrey Jonas 10 Dec '21

10 Dec '21

According to Wikipedia, The Pilot 1000 and Pilot 5000 were the first generations of PDAs <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Personal_digital_assistant> produced by Palm Computing <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palm_(PDA)> (then a subsidiary of U.S. Robotics <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._Robotics>). It was introduced in March 1996. Is anyone still into them? Are there any surviving archives or repositories? I reluctantly retired my Palm PDA as my electronic calendar because my Android phone's Google calendar is always with me and auto-syncs to other devices :-/ But I have heaps of accessories worthy of keeping them running for other uses. I remember when the trains were full of business people "beaming" each other contact info and notes using the Palm Pilot, Casio BOSS or Sharp Wizard. Now it's just a cellphone app :-/ Citing Sharp Wizard - Wikipedia <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sharp_Wizard> The *Sharp Wizard* is a series of electronic organizers <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_organizer> released by Sharp Corporation <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sharp_Corporation>. The first model was the *OZ-7000* released in 1989, making it one of the first electronic organizers to be sold. Citing Throwback Thursday: The "personal organizer" we had before the Newton : Apple World Today <https://www.appleworld.today/2015/05/28/throwback-thursday-the-personal-org…> Back before the Newton MessagePad made a splash in 1993 as the first “Personal Digital Assistant”, several consumer electronics companies were making handheld devices designed to do all of the things that we take for granted now on our iPhones and Apple Watches — take short notes, check our calendar, make appointments, and look up phone numbers. One of these devices was the Casio B.O.S.S. SF-8000 ... B.O.S.S. stood for “Business Organizer Scheduling System.” This device came out in 1990 And there's the first smartphone: IBM Simon - Wikipedia <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IBM_Simon> IBM debuted a prototype <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prototype> device, code named "Sweetspot" in November 1992 at COMDEX <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/COMDEX> Telxon made handheld barcode scanners that were essentially PDAs, as early as 1983 but I cannot find any references. Does anyone have any pointers? -- jeff jonas

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Wanted - Dead or Alive - P70 Floppy Drive!
by Benjamin Dressler 10 Dec '21

10 Dec '21

I have a P70 floppy drive that seems to still be functional, albeit with the "minor" caveat that its entire head assembly had been ripped to shreds by its previous owner, presumably in an attempt to remove a stuck floppy disk (the metal cover I found inside the drive seems to be a pretty decent indicator of that). Seeks and does floppy things, but kind of like a chicken running around with its head cut off at this point I suppose. Wanted to see if anyone had a dead P70 drive with an intact head assembly so I could attempt my luck at surgery since those drives are kind of hard to come by these days. It would be for an ALPS drive, FRU 38F5936. Will be at Festivus :) Best Regards, Benjamin

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Make your own C64 Guides
by Christian Liendo 10 Dec '21

10 Dec '21

I thought this was great. He gives you the PDF and instructions on how to order. https://pickledlight.blogspot.com/p/commodore-64-guides.html

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IMPORTANT: FESTIVUS Covid-19 protocols
by Jeffrey Brace 10 Dec '21

10 Dec '21

Hello Everyone, I’ve been asked about the Covid-19 protocols at Festivus. Please forgive the delay. We waited to see how things would be as we got closer to the Festivus. We have decided that the following policies and protocols will be followed: *InfoAge policy is that vaccinated people are not required to wear a mask, but unvaccinated people *must* wear a mask while indoors and maintain social distancing outdoors. * *However as per CDC guidelines we strongly recommend that everyone wear a mask indoors and socially distance outdoors.* *New Jersey does not have a requirement for proof of vaccination for indoor events. * *The State of New Jersey does not have occupancy limitations at this time.* *If you are not feeling well, then please stay home. If you have been around others that have been sick, them please stay home. Let’s be sensible and take any precautions that you feel are necessary.* We all want to be safe and have a fun party. If you have any other questions or comments, then please e-mail me privately. Thank you and hope to see you at the party! ========================================= Jeff Brace Vice President & Board Member Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org -- ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Palm Pilot PDA: 25 years old!
by Andrew Diller 10 Dec '21

10 Dec '21

If you are into the PDA thing check out a nice documentary on YT about Handspring: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8-LmyroJKw Springboard: The Secret History of the First Real Smartphone (2021) I still take my T|C out and play with it every few years. Amazing device when you add wifi. -andy > On Dec 7, 2021, at 11:10 PM, madodel via vcf-midatlantic <vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org> wrote: > > > From: madodel <madodel(a)mac.com> > Subject: Re: [vcf-midatlantic] Palm Pilot PDA: 25 years old! > Date: December 7, 2021 at 11:10:47 PM EST > To: vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vcfed.org > > > I have a Garman iQue that had Palm OS with an integrated GPS. Using the GPS feature without it being plugged in I got maybe 30 minutes of use if I was lucky. It was the first and last PDA I ever had. It's been in a box in my closet for over a decade. I don't remember when it came out. It was sort of like the first iPhone without the phone calling. But the handwriting transcription was fascinating. > > Mark > > On 12/7/21 13:30, Jeffrey Jonas via vcf-midatlantic wrote: >> According to Wikipedia, The Pilot 1000 and Pilot 5000 were the first >> generations of PDAs >> <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Personal_digital_assistant> produced by Palm >> Computing <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palm_(PDA)> (then a subsidiary of U.S. >> Robotics <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._Robotics>). It was introduced >> in March 1996. >>

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Museum Update December 9
by Jeffrey Brace 09 Dec '21

09 Dec '21

I haven't made an update in a while. We have been getting visitors since my last report somewhere in the 10-15 per day range. Last weekend 12/4 & 12/5 started the model train show and we had a surge in attendance to about 50 to 75 per day. Lots of kids, lots of interest. It's nice to have great attendance. Also we had a tour of students on Wednesday, Dec. 9 from Bayonne High School Computer Class. Bill, Dean and Jonas were there for the tour. The group was very well mannered and engaged in the tour. On Dec. 4 there was a tour for some boy scouts. We also have a working Pong machine in the museum. We have a new computer mouse exhibit that is interesting. The business office exhibit now has a Dec terminal. That's all for now! ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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VCF East 2021 videos are up on YouTube
by Jeffrey Brace 09 Dec '21

09 Dec '21

Well almost all of the videos from VCF East are up on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/VintageComputerFederation501c3 The last four videos should be up within a few days. Thanks to all the A/V crew for recording the videos and to Kay Savetz who edited and processed all the videos. Enjoy! ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Festivus - Wanted: ISA Floppy/IDE Controller Card
by jsalzman＠gmail.com 09 Dec '21

09 Dec '21

Trying to revive a 386 PC and having issues with my current controller card. Looking to replace it. Feel free to let me know what you got and how much you're asking for it... or hit me up for a trade for it and see if I have a suitable trade for you. Thanks, Jeff Salzman

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VCF T-shirts for sale
by Jeffrey Brace 09 Dec '21

09 Dec '21

I made one last order to replenish stock on the 2021 t-shirts (one with the dragon). Price is $20 per t-shirt. Get them while they last! Also the 2020 t-shirts (digital landscape) have been reduced to $10 each. Limited sizes available. ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Still need docents for Festivus
by Jeffrey Brace 09 Dec '21

09 Dec '21

Please sign up here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Vj6qlDt09JI47_4g7m9lzMR0Vb2BlFU43n3… ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Festivus - (Another) Wanted item
by jsalzman＠gmail.com 09 Dec '21

09 Dec '21

Looking for a IEEE cable for a Commodore PET 4032. I recently acquired a CBM 2040 drive and CBM 2022 printer. I would like to hook those up to my 4032. I believe the cable needs to have the edge-card connector on one end for the 4032, then the standard IEEE connector on the other end. A daisy chained, or passthrough, plus a second cable would be ideal. The drive and the printer both have the standard IEEE port. Thanks, Jeff Salzman

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Festivus Miracle! Free stuff!
by Jason Perkins 09 Dec '21

09 Dec '21

My work is moving offices, and as I carry items to the e waste pile, I can divert things to a free table at Festivus. Items include: 48" TVs HP 4208 switches, each half populated with gig twisted pair ports (96 each) Cisco gig Poe switches Adtran gig Poe switches Dehumidifier Small portable ac KVM, with cables (2x) Rack mount power strips And other sundry items. Interested? Let me know, I'll have to split a trailer with Alex to get all of it up to NJ. Thanks, -- Jason Perkins 313 355 0085 Sent from my iPhone

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My stuff for sale at Festivus
by Jeffrey Brace 09 Dec '21

09 Dec '21

I added to tab for Festivus Swapmeet. Selling off some stuff: CBM 8050 Dual Drive, untested CBM 4040 Dual Drive, untested Apple RBG monitor, untested Apple /// monitor, untested Hopefully I will have time to get some more stuff to sell. -- ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Masayuki Uemura, Creator Of The Famicom/NES And SNES, Has Passed Away
by Herb Johnson 09 Dec '21

09 Dec '21

Ethan O'Toole posts: > Bummer. Kudos to Nintendo and the systems Uemura created. The great video > game crash was due to the substandard product being shipped over here in > the states. .... > To this day, I would say Nintendo and some of it's characters are the most > loved of any of the game systems. I believe I read that worldwide that > Mario is now more known than Mickey Mouse. I'm sorry to hear about this loss of yet another vintage computing developer. I appreciate Ethan's and other's discussion of how they view the history of home video game systems they grew up with and/or used later as adults. I just wanted to observe by contrast, I pre-date these 1980's 90's systems. I "grew up" as a technical professional, who saw and used microprocessors as parts of systems for industrial use, for educational use, or in support of business (later home) computing systems for individual use. That was the nature of computing at the time, so it's not just about myself. So, this history of "home video game systems", is something that is just not part of my experiences. I'm aware of it of course, but I did not participate in it. And so I'm informed, when people like Ethan and others who post, tell me of how these leaders and their products, impacted their lives at various times. Thanks for sharing your experiences, they inform me, and again I'm sorry for your loss. Regards, Herb Johnson -- Herbert R. Johnson, New Jersey in the USA http://www.retrotechnology.com OR .net preserve, recover, restore 1970's computing email: hjohnson AT retrotechnology DOT com or try later herbjohnson AT comcast DOT net

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Two Days until Festivus
by Jeffrey Brace 09 Dec '21

09 Dec '21

I’m making preparations for what to buy for the grilling. Weather looks like rainy and windy. I plan on grilling in the outside trailer. Going to guess on how many burgers, hotdogs, etc. based on the signup list for food and Eventbrite. Lots of swag to sell. VCF will be selling surplus as well. I have some of my own stuff to sell as well. Buy tickets through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/festivus -2021-tickets-194874814817 If you want to pay at the door, then you also have that option. I can have the iPad ready to take cash or credit, etc. It's important that I know how many are coming so that I can buy the right number of burgers, hotdogs, etc. Here the info again: START: Sat, Dec 11 at 10AM END: Sun, Dec 12 at 5PM ANNUAL VCF MA Town Hall: December 11 at 8PM WHERE: 2201 Marconi Rd, Wall Township, NJ (InfoAge Campus) 9010-C = Cafeteria where we will eat and drink. 9010-C = Game room across from cafeteria 9010-D (Women's Bunkroom) = Mini Festivus Swap Meet where we can buy and sell 9059 = Festivus Repair workshop COST: $20 per person covers the whole event $25 per person per night for overnight stay Potluck signup: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1UtSrLUdnIcRjY3LErfukhYltF1oHno0V6Nk… Video Game signup: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ccEP-PdZGuqz0HFZKNXmfxICtXaO3Hly892… Swap Meet Signup: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/19jpgyvVoKaxAuUxQU-7_b3Grk9LWOQ6aAbQ… Repair Workshop Signup: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/14C_OObkhtzCsA-LF7rzNhoagb3RovLDsXtB… -- ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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5 1/4 1.2mb and 3.5 1.44mb floppy drives needed beige or almond color.
by Sentrytv 09 Dec '21

09 Dec '21

I am looking for working 5 1/4 and 3.5 inch floppy drives for IBM compatible PCs. Beige/ Almond are preferred color . If anybody going to Festivus who has these for sale, please feel free to bring them. Mike Rosen Sent from: My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device.

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5 1/4 and 3.5” floppy drives needed (beige, Almond)
by Sentrytv 09 Dec '21

09 Dec '21

I am looking for working 5 1/4 and 3.5 inch floppy drives for IBM compatible PCs. Beige/ Almond are preferred color . If anybody going to Festivus who has these for sale, please feel free to bring them. Mike Rosen Sent from: My extremely complicated, hand held electronic device.

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Masayuki Uemura, Creator Of The Famicom/NES And SNES, Has Passed Away
by Christian Liendo 09 Dec '21

09 Dec '21

https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2021/12/masayuki-uemura-creator-of-the-ne…

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A few days left before Festivus is here!
by Jeffrey Brace 08 Dec '21

08 Dec '21

I’m excited that Festivus is almost upon us and look forward to seeing everyone. Buy tickets through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/festivus -2021-tickets-194874814817 If you want to pay at the door, then you also have that option. I can have the iPad ready to take cash or credit, etc. It's important that I know how many are coming so that I can buy the right number of burgers, hotdogs, etc. Here the info again: START: Sat, Dec 11 at 10AM END: Sun, Dec 12 at 5PM ANNUAL VCF MA Town Hall: December 11 at 8PM WHERE: 2201 Marconi Rd, Wall Township, NJ (InfoAge Campus) 9010-C = Cafeteria where we will eat and drink. 9010-C = Game room across from cafeteria 9010-D (Women's Bunkroom) = Mini Festivus Swap Meet where we can buy and sell 9059 = Festivus Repair workshop COST: $20 per person covers the whole event $25 per person per night for overnight stay Potluck signup: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1UtSrLUdnIcRjY3LErfukhYltF1oHno0V6Nk… Video Game signup: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ccEP-PdZGuqz0HFZKNXmfxICtXaO3Hly892… Swap Meet Signup: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/19jpgyvVoKaxAuUxQU-7_b3Grk9LWOQ6aAbQ… Repair Workshop Signup: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/14C_OObkhtzCsA-LF7rzNhoagb3RovLDsXtB… ========================================= Jeff Brace Vice President & Board Member Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org -- ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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LAST CHANCE TO VOTE! (by midnight tonight December 8)
by Jeffrey Brace 07 Dec '21

07 Dec '21

Today is the last day to vote. Polls close at midnight. Now is your last chance! Vote here: < https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMYrxBkhg67lF7Qzi67H1ddydlwxrn2hO… > By Laws are here: < https://vcfed.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/VCFMA-By-laws.pdf> Election Info is here: <https://vcfed.org/wp/groups/vcf-mid-atlantic/ elections-for-steering-committee/> Nominee Position Statements are here: < https://vcfed.org/wp/steering-committee-nominee-position-statements/> ========================================= Jeff Brace Vice President & Chairman of the Board Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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One day left to vote for your Steering Committee Candidate
by Jeffrey Brace 07 Dec '21

07 Dec '21

Looking better with almost 40 votes now. Keep it up everyone! There’s still time, but not much left! Only Wednesday December 8 at midnight the polls will close so do it now while you are thinking about it. It only takes a few minutes of your time. Let the people be heard and elect a great person to the steering committee. Vote here: < https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMYrxBkhg67lF7Qzi67H1ddydlwxrn2hO… > By Laws are here: < https://vcfed.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/VCFMA-By-laws.pdf> Election Info is here: <https://vcfed.org/wp/groups/vcf-mid-atlantic/ elections-for-steering-committee/> Nominee Position Statements are here: < https://vcfed.org/wp/steering-committee-nominee-position-statements/> ========================================= Jeff Brace Vice President & Chairman of the Board Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org -- ========================================= Jeff Brace VCF National Board Member Chairman & Vice President Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org

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Vote for VCF East 2022 Theme!
by Jeffrey Brace 07 Dec '21

07 Dec '21

Google form for voting is here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAUmxteQMl1d4IiGnO0L8K3ZYhtqeTqra… EXHIBITORS DO NOT HAVE TO DO AN EXHIBIT WITH THE ANNUAL RECOMMENDED THEME. EXHIBITORS ARE ALLOWED TO DO ANY AUTHORIZED EXHIBIT. The theme is meant to inspire, motivate and excite exhibitors with new and different types of exhibits. As in the past this will sometimes inspire group exhibits such as "Unix Town" or "The World of IBM". Working with the steering committee I brainstormed some theme ideas and boiled it down to five candidates. PLEASE VOTE FOR 3 THAT YOU LIKE! *EXPLANATION OF CHOICES:* *Women in Computing*: Women's contributions to computing hardware, software, writing, etc. *Appliance Computer Trinity* (45th Anniversary of The Apple 2, TRS-80 Model 1, Commodore PET 2001) *Spreadsheets* (Lotus 1-2-3, VisiCalc, etc.) *Computers for the masses *(C64, Timex Sinclair, Bell's Law) *Vintage game tools and techniques* (e.g. Working with limited resources like the Atari 2600, etc.) Google form for voting is here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAUmxteQMl1d4IiGnO0L8K3ZYhtqeTqra… ========================================= Jeff Brace Vice President & Board Member Vintage Computer Festival East Show-runner Vintage Computer Federation is a 501c3 charity http://www.vcfed.org/ jeffrey(a)vcfed.org <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free. www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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