Windows XP is now 20 years old, Vista, 14 and 7, 11 years old. But for a retro gaming machine, which is best in overall…
Debian on PowerPC: An eMac adventure.
The eMac is both the last mac with a CRT and the last 32 bit PowerPC processor, so how does Debian on it hold up…
Native DSD On Linux via MPD: a mini guide
DSD on Linux can get tricky, so which is the easiest method? Introduction: Say you bought yourself, are curious or just want to know what…
ParaDisk 250, a hard disk drive, via the printer port?!
An external hard disk, that connects though the printer port? Yes it’s real, so check this out! Introduction Say you have an old laptop back…
Mitsumi LU005S CDROM + Interface Card How-To
Introduction: Back in the days where CDROM is a luxury every manufacturer had their own way to interface with drive and PC. Mitsumi is one…
TopTek Golden Sound PRO II, a SoundBlaster compatible showcase.
SoundBlaster clones used to flood the market, so how does this oddball compare? Introduction: Back in the early 90’s the world of sound cards was…
A CRT inside your PC: STS Tecom amber monitor showcase
Today we have something truly special, an amber CRT monitor, that goes INSIDE your PC! But does it have a place at home? Introduction: Made…
Windows 3.1: Best Software Selections
Windows 3.1 is one of the most popular graphical interfaces for DOS, but what is the right software for you? Introduction: Windows 3.x was the…
Stretching compatibility: 1978 to 2021 and back
Today we strech compatibility to the maximum, taking a system with processing from 1978 and taking it to the modern age in Word and Excel.…
Pentium M plus Windows 98, ultimate match?
The Pentium M was highly popular in laptops, but give it proper expendability and the story completely changes: Introduction: The Pentium M was a new…