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fromTheregister
4 days ago
Bootstrapping

Build your own antisocial writing rig with DOS and a USB key

Modern OS complexity contrasts with the simplicity of DOS, which could be configured with just a few files.
Legacy boot enables modern PCs to run DOS from USB drives, reviving compatibility with older software.
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Bootstrapping
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Beta of Unix version 2 restored to life

The oldest machine-readable copy of Unix version 2 has been successfully revived, showcasing the importance of software preservation.
fromTheregister
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

A little knowledge about rm -rf a dangerous thing

Miles enjoyed using NeXT Cubes in university, which offered a unique blend of powerful hardware and software, enhancing his computing experience.
Bootstrapping
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Beta of Unix version 2 restored to life

The oldest machine-readable copy of Unix version 2 has been successfully revived, showcasing the importance of software preservation.
fromTheregister
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

A little knowledge about rm -rf a dangerous thing

Miles enjoyed using NeXT Cubes in university, which offered a unique blend of powerful hardware and software, enhancing his computing experience.
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Miscellaneous
fromTheregister
2 months ago

RIP Raymond Bird, designer of early mass-produced computer

Raymond Bird, pioneer of the UK's first mass-produced business computer, has passed away at age 101, leaving a significant legacy in computing history.
fromInfoWorld
4 months ago
Software development

A software developer gives thanks

Recognizing influential figures and technologies in software development is vital to understanding the field's history and progress.
fromEngadget
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Rubber Keyed Wonder is an adoring portrait of the Sinclair ZX Spectrum

The Rubber Keyed Wonder celebrates the ZX Spectrum but lacks depth in its documentary approach.
fromHyperdimensional
8 months ago
Artificial intelligence

SB 1047 is Amended

Strict liability for AI manufacturers could stifle innovation similar to past computing industry regulations.
Governments must carefully balance regulation and innovation in emerging technologies like AI.
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