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Mac OS 7.1 Terminal Emulator & BBS software
by Herb Johnson 04 Mar '18

04 Mar '18

> on my SE/30,... (running 7.1) as I only have 1.5mb of Ram. What? An SE/30 has eight 30-pin SIMM slots. Get some 4MB SIMM's! Fill that puppy *up*! - Herb -- Herbert R. Johnson, New Jersey in the USA http://www.retrotechnology.com OR .net

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Mac OS 7.1 Terminal Emulator & BBS software
by Joseph Oprysko 03 Mar '18

03 Mar '18

I’m trying to “dial” out on my WiFi232 modem to various Telnet BBS Systems. I currently have Red Ryder as a terminal emulator. On VT100 mode, once it reaches the bottom of the screen it stops scrolling. Any suggestions for software that might work better? Also, I’m considering setting up a BBS on my SE/30, what’s a good BBS package that would work with it (running 7.1) as I only have 1.5mb of Ram. Thanks Joe -- Normal Person: Hey, it seems that you know a lot. Geek: To be honest, it's due to all the surfing I do. Normal Person: So you go surfing? Normal Person: But I don't think that has anything to do with knowing a lot... Geek: I think that's wrong on a fundamental level. Normal Person: Huh? Huh? What?

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Re: [vcf-midatlantic] You might wanna read this message :)
by Duane Craps 03 Mar '18

03 Mar '18

On 3/1/2018 7:08 PM, Evan Koblentz via vcf-midatlantic wrote: > Ahem: > http://vcfed.org/wp/festivals/vintage-computer-festival-east/vcf-east-keyno… Yea Bill! No dash in 1219B. Never heard artillery used in reference ti guided missile systems. -- DuaneCraps sdɐɹɔ ǝuɐnp

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Is it just me or.....
by Joseph Oprysko 03 Mar '18

03 Mar '18

The quest for technology appears cyclic. All technologies go through their growing pains. Right now, one of the potentially disruptive consumer technologies is rapid prototyping, more commonly referred to as 3D printing m. 3D Printing in various forms has been a technology used by corporations and in engineering firms for years. The roots of which date back to the early 1980’s. I see the current environment around 3D printing in a consumer aspect appears to closely mimic the growth of the personal computer industry in the 70’s and 80’s. One difference I see is that in the late 70’s and early 80’s, the Open Source movement was also in its infancy, while now, a large share of the hardware and firmware involved in the current growth of 3D Printers embrace open source initiatives. But in contrast, many of the closed source 3D printer manufacturers often appear to have a more consumer friendly product. So this I suppose from a very high level is a good “test” of the open source ideology. Just as many early Linux users and developers thought that the majority of PC’s would be running open source software. (I’m intentionally separating the Personal Computers from mobile devices and infrastructure) While there are a good number of users of open source operating systems, it’s a highly splintered group, with many of the operating systems based on various major distributions of the software and operating system. The open source initiatives have forced the hands a lot of major players in various industries to embrace, or at least utilize openness in parts of their products, sometimes it may be a front end UI, sometimes the firmware or other components. Often there will be a mix of proprietary systems and open source systems to create a device. So, where will the 3D printing industry end up? What is your opinion on this? -- Normal Person: Hey, it seems that you know a lot. Geek: To be honest, it's due to all the surfing I do. Normal Person: So you go surfing? Normal Person: But I don't think that has anything to do with knowing a lot... Geek: I think that's wrong on a fundamental level. Normal Person: Huh? Huh? What?

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[OT] Anyone Interested in an HP 5325a Universal Counter?
by J. Alexander Jacocks 02 Mar '18

02 Mar '18

All, I have an HP 5325a Universal Counter, and the original Manual. The counter is fully functional, and is rather attractive, in my opinion, due to the rugged design combined with the Nicie tube display. I’m bringing it to the workshop, this weekend. Please drop me a note if interested. Thanks! - Alex

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Needed for museum: temporary UPS
by Evan Koblentz 02 Mar '18

02 Mar '18

I'm working with someone at Schneider Electric (which owns the APC brand) to get a small rackmount UPS donated. This is necessary because apparently IA volunteers sometimes turn off the power without any notice. That won't fly if we are running a server. Until we get good one, can someone (preferably someone coming to the workshop tomorrow) bring a small UPS for us to borrow?

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NJ Maker Day (March 10)
by Evan Koblentz 02 Mar '18

02 Mar '18

We were invited to have a table for NJ Maker Day (Saturday, March 10) at the Liberty Science Center. I accepted and I'll bring the Apple II (Laser 128) + Lego robot demo. Can't get enough of that :), it makes our point well, and kids love it! https://lsc.org/explore/today/makers-day I emailed the LSC people to ask if they can give us any extra passes to distribute. Waiting to hear back.

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OT: Re: Is it just me or.....
by Evan Koblentz 02 Mar '18

02 Mar '18

Thread needed OT: subject line prefix. On Mar 2, 2018 12:12 PM, "Joseph Oprysko via vcf-midatlantic" < vcf-midatlantic(a)lists.vintagecomputerfederation.org> wrote: The quest for technology appears cyclic. All technologies go through their growing pains. Right now, one of the potentially disruptive consumer technologies is rapid prototyping, more commonly referred to as 3D printing m. 3D Printing in various forms has been a technology used by corporations and in engineering firms for years. The roots of which date back to the early 1980’s. I see the current environment around 3D printing in a consumer aspect appears to closely mimic the growth of the personal computer industry in the 70’s and 80’s. One difference I see is that in the late 70’s and early 80’s, the Open Source movement was also in its infancy, while now, a large share of the hardware and firmware involved in the current growth of 3D Printers embrace open source initiatives. But in contrast, many of the closed source 3D printer manufacturers often appear to have a more consumer friendly product. So this I suppose from a very high level is a good “test” of the open source ideology. Just as many early Linux users and developers thought that the majority of PC’s would be running open source software. (I’m intentionally separating the Personal Computers from mobile devices and infrastructure) While there are a good number of users of open source operating systems, it’s a highly splintered group, with many of the operating systems based on various major distributions of the software and operating system. The open source initiatives have forced the hands a lot of major players in various industries to embrace, or at least utilize openness in parts of their products, sometimes it may be a front end UI, sometimes the firmware or other components. Often there will be a mix of proprietary systems and open source systems to create a device. So, where will the 3D printing industry end up? What is your opinion on this? -- Normal Person: Hey, it seems that you know a lot. Geek: To be honest, it's due to all the surfing I do. Normal Person: So you go surfing? Normal Person: But I don't think that has anything to do with knowing a lot... Geek: I think that's wrong on a fundamental level. Normal Person: Huh? Huh? What?

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The important info for the workshop of repair occurring March 3 & 4, 2018
by Jeffrey Brace 02 Mar '18

02 Mar '18

As a reminder the workshop is $10 *per* person, *per* day. Sorry this InfoAge's rule and not our decision. So that means for two days it is $20. Some people didn't realize this last workshop. This has been in effect since June 2017. If you have signed up, then you are guaranteed a table, otherwise you have to beg for forgiveness and bribe me with my favorite snack. DATE: Mar 3 & 4, 2018 LOCATION: InfoAge Building 9032A - (2201 Marconi Road, Wall Township, NJ) TIME: Start about 10 A.M. on Saturday and ends whenever we go to sleep. End about 5 P.M. on Sunday. (Starts around 10 A.M. Sunday morning) SIGNUP: < https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/123vqgOH6iteYwHwLiANXmdSUvZOTEMTArZR… > COST: - $10 per person, PER day. This is required by InfoAge for us to pay for renting the space. - $25 for those wanting to stay overnight. Please pay me when you get there so that I don't forget. Otherwise I will send my attack cat to find you. Seriously, it's a pain to have to chase people around for money. It's not a fun job, but it is necessary because we rent the place from InfoAge and the dorms from the Sandy group. OVERNIGHT: Bring your own pillow, blankets, soap etc. We provide a bed frame and an uncovered mattress. There are showers and a kitchen for your use. - We will have PayPal credit card swipes available. Let me know ahead of time if you want to use this and I will set it up, otherwise it will *not* be available. It takes me time to make sure it located and setup properly. EQUIPMENT: - VCF will provide a table and you can use any available electrical outlet. - Bring your own tools, power strips, power cords, and supplies etc. - Please bring an extra one or two power cords as these are often forgotten by people. DRINKS: You should bring your own. I would recommend bringing a cooler of some type. FOOD: You provide your own. We usually order pizza, subs or go out to a dinner and everyone pays their own way. Usually, we make a decision when everyone gets hungry. GATE: During the hours from 1 pm to 5 pm close the front gate behind you. We want museum visitors to go to the front lobby and not wander through the middle of the campus. Outside of those times, you can feel free to leave the gate open. PARKING: Park across from 9032 or 9010A on any blacktop area. InfoAge doesn't like us parking on the lawn anymore. QUESTIONS? Please ask me (Jeff Brace) or Evan. My cell is 732-759-1783 and Evan’s is 646-546-9999 in case you need to contact us. See everyone there! And have fun! Attachments area

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You might wanna read this message :)
by Evan Koblentz 02 Mar '18

02 Mar '18

Ahem: http://vcfed.org/wp/festivals/vintage-computer-festival-east/vcf-east-keyno…

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