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Friday Mar 22, 2024
Friday Mar 22, 2024
Let's continue our exploration through the pages of computing history, delving into the captivating evolution of IBM OS/2—an innovative operating system that has made an enduring impact on the industry. Emerging from humble beginnings in the late '80s as a collaborative venture between IBM and Microsoft, OS/2 aimed to redefine both user experiences and multitasking capabilities. Join us as we navigate through the narrative of OS/2, uncovering the challenges and triumphs that shaped its journey, culminating in the pivotal release of OS/2 Warp. This version, celebrated as the zenith of OS/2's legacy, introduced enhanced graphical interfaces and pioneering features, garnering a devoted fan base. Together, let's illuminate its influence on the computing landscape and its enduring impact on contemporary operating systems.
Friday Mar 15, 2024
Friday Mar 15, 2024
Let's embark on an immersive exploration through the pages of computing history, delving into the captivating evolution of IBM OS/2—an innovative operating system that has made an enduring impact on the industry. Emerging from humble beginnings in the late '80s as a collaborative venture between IBM and Microsoft, OS/2 aimed to redefine both user experiences and multitasking capabilities. Join us as we navigate through the narrative of OS/2, uncovering the challenges and triumphs that shaped its journey, culminating in the pivotal release of OS/2 Warp. This version, celebrated as the zenith of OS/2's legacy, introduced enhanced graphical interfaces and pioneering features, garnering a devoted fan base. Together, let's illuminate its influence on the computing landscape and its enduring impact on contemporary operating systems.
Friday Mar 08, 2024
Friday Mar 08, 2024
Dive into the essential realms of 6502 assembly language in 'Bits and Bytes Unleashed: Exploring 6502 Assembly Essentials Part 3.' Crafted as a companion to our college-level computer architecture course, this episode serves as foundational support material. Join us in demystifying the intricacies of 6502 architecture, laying a robust groundwork for deeper exploration and understanding in the academic journey ahead. Let the digital odyssey commence!
Friday Mar 01, 2024
Friday Mar 01, 2024
In this episode, we continue our historical journey through the fascinating world of UNIX and Linux, as a continuation of our previous episode (Episode 20). Discover the modern versions of UNIX, a groundbreaking operating system that revolutionized computing. From its humble beginnings at Bell Labs to its global impact, we talk about the flavors that shaped its legacy.
This podcast episode is continuation of our celebration of the history that defined the history of UNIX. Take a journey with us as we honor human ingenuity, the power of collaboration, and the enduring legacy of UNIX and Linux in shaping our modern technological landscape.
Friday Feb 23, 2024
Friday Feb 23, 2024
Welcome to another episode of ThatITShow! Today, we're diving into the dusty archives of tech history, exploring the graveyard of forgotten hardware ideas. Join us on this journey through the realms of misguided innovation and quirky contraptions as we uncover the bizarre tales behind devices that once promised to revolutionize the tech world, only to end up rusting in peace. In this two-part series, we’ll discuss topics ranging from peculiar peripherals to downright absurd inventions, as we unravel the stories of these unsung heroes and zeros in the vast landscape of hardware innovation. Get ready for a laughter-filled trip down the recycle bin of hardware that went from kind-of hero to absolute zero.
Friday Feb 16, 2024
Friday Feb 16, 2024
Welcome to another episode of ThatITShow! Today, we're diving into the dusty archives of tech history, exploring the graveyard of forgotten hardware ideas. Join us on this journey through the realms of misguided innovation and quirky contraptions as we uncover the bizarre tales behind devices that once promised to revolutionize the tech world, only to end up rusting in peace. In this two-part series, we’ll discuss topics ranging from peculiar peripherals to downright absurd inventions, as we unravel the stories of these unsung heroes and zeros in the vast landscape of hardware innovation. Get ready for a laughter-filled trip down the recycle bin of hardware that went from kind-of hero to absolute zero.
Friday Feb 09, 2024
Friday Feb 09, 2024
Dive into the essential realms of 6502 assembly language in 'Bits and Bytes Unleashed: Exploring 6502 Assembly Essentials Part 2.' Crafted as a companion to our college-level computer architecture course, this episode serves as foundational support material. Join us in demystifying the intricacies of 6502 architecture, laying a robust groundwork for deeper exploration and understanding in the academic journey ahead. Let the digital odyssey commence!
Friday Feb 02, 2024
Friday Feb 02, 2024
Dive into the essential realms of 6502 assembly language in 'Bits and Bytes Unleashed: Exploring 6502 Assembly Essentials Part 1.' Crafted as a companion to our college-level computer architecture course, this episode serves as foundational support material. Join us in demystifying the intricacies of 6502 architecture, laying a robust groundwork for deeper exploration and understanding in the academic journey ahead. Let the digital odyssey commence!