As AI grips world, the thrill of collecting vintage computers is growing
- A growing community of vintage computer collectors is preserving classic machines that helped launch the digital revolution.
- Software engineer Josh Dersch owns over 200 vintage computers and enjoys repairing them.
- More than 3,500 people attended the Vintage Computer Festival this year, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Apple.
In Mountain View, California, a growing community of vintage computer collectors is dedicated to preserving classic machines that played a pivotal role in the digital revolution. These enthusiasts, such as software engineer Josh Dersch, find joy in restoring and repairing old computers, viewing them as important artifacts of history rather than obsolete junk.
Dersch, who has over 200 vintage computers in his collection, emphasizes the thrill of understanding and debugging these machines. The Vintage Computer Federation organizes annual festivals that bring together collectors and celebrate the history of computing, with this year's event marking the 50th anniversary of Apple.
The festival featured discussions with Apple co-founders Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne, drawing in over 3,500 attendees. This growing interest in vintage computing reflects a broader appreciation for the origins of modern technology, even as the industry shifts focus towards artificial intelligence.
随着人工智能的兴起，收藏复古电脑的热情正在增长
在加利福尼亚州的山景城，一个不断壮大的复古电脑收藏者社区致力于保护那些在数字革命中发挥关键作用的经典机器。这些爱好者，如软件工程师乔什·德尔什，发现修复和修理旧电脑的乐趣，认为它们是历史上重要的文物，而不是过时的垃圾。
德尔什拥有超过200台复古电脑，他强调理解和调试这些机器的刺激。复古电脑联合会组织年度节日，汇集收藏者并庆祝计算机历史，今年的活动标志着苹果公司成立50周年。
该节日的活动包括苹果公司联合创始人史蒂夫·沃兹尼亚克和罗纳德·韦恩的讨论，吸引了超过3500名参与者。这种对复古计算机日益增长的兴趣反映了人们对现代技术起源的更广泛欣赏，即使在行业将重点转向人工智能的情况下。