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Classic Computer for a Ham Shack
Hey Guys,
I'm a new ham radio operator, but I've been working with computers for most of my life. I'm now in the process of setting-up my first 'ham shack', and instead of going with the latest and greatest, I hope to employee several classic computers to help me along. I have quite a collection in my closet I plan on pulling out, but I'd like opinions of others on what they would use in such a situation. First, I do want to connect my radio to the computer, and many of the technologies used by ham radio operators, like slow scan TV, packet radio, etc, can be used on most of the classic computers in some form or fashion. This I don't think I'll have a problem, no matter which systemI go with. One of the main things I do want to do is have the computer on my home network. I don't need a web browser or even a GUI interface... the main thing I would really need is Telnet and FTP. I also want something with a word processor and spreadsheet program -- even Visicalc would be nice to use. And finally I want something fun.. which is the entire point of this venture I know some older computers still have huge repositories of software online, and whether it's a game or neat utility, I'd love to setup a classic computer I can really use and have fun with while in my 'ham shack'. Here's a list of computers I have around me now: Tandy Color Computer 2 Tandy Color Computer 3 (128K model) Commodore Amiga 500 Apple II (original, not PLUS) Mac Classic And though I don't currently own one, I'm looking at getting a Commodore 128 as well, either from a friend of possibly from ebay. Anyway, just curious what others would choose if you had to pick a computer or even a couple of older computers to use again. Also if there's any ham operators out there with experience with older systems, I'd love some feedback! Take care, and thanks in advance for any ideas. Alex |
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