{"id":87247,"date":"2020-10-12T09:40:00","date_gmt":"2020-10-12T06:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/why-people-restore-vintage-computers-and-how-you-can-too\/"},"modified":"2020-10-12T09:40:00","modified_gmt":"2020-10-12T06:40:00","slug":"why-people-restore-vintage-computers-and-how-you-can-too","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/why-people-restore-vintage-computers-and-how-you-can-too\/","title":{"rendered":"#Why People Restore Vintage Computers, and How You Can Too"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a39b11087a62\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a39b11087a62\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/why-people-restore-vintage-computers-and-how-you-can-too\/#Why_Do_People_Collect_Classic_Computers\" >Why Do People Collect Classic Computers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/why-people-restore-vintage-computers-and-how-you-can-too\/#Where_to_Find_Vintage_Machines\" >Where to Find Vintage Machines<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/why-people-restore-vintage-computers-and-how-you-can-too\/#How_to_Resurrect_an_Old_Computer\" >How to Resurrect an Old Computer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/why-people-restore-vintage-computers-and-how-you-can-too\/#Potential_Minefields\" >Potential Minefields<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/why-people-restore-vintage-computers-and-how-you-can-too\/#The_Tools_Youll_Need\" >The Tools You\u2019ll Need<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><strong>&#8220;#Why People Restore Vintage Computers, and How You Can Too&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<figure id=\"attachment_693405\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-693405 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/xapple-ibook-g3.jpg.pagespeed.gp+jp+jw+pj+ws+js+rj+rp+rw+ri+cp+md.ic.shlWeyy72H.jpg\" alt=\"An Apple iBook laptop in a museum.\" width=\"650\" height=\"300\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/prague-czech-republic-august-28-2018-1244336446\" data-credittext=\"Alena Veasey\/Shutterstock\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/prague-czech-republic-august-28-2018-1244336446\">Alena Veasey\/Shutterstock<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If my PowerBook G3 was a person, it would be of legal voting age and counting down the days until it\u2019s legally allowed to drink. As a computer, it\u2019s almost useless and outclassed by even the most basic of smartphones.<\/p>\n<p>So, why keep it? And not just keep it, but also spend huge sums to maintain and preserve it? Because it\u2019s an important part of the history of modern computing. Like the other geriatric computers crowding the shelves of my office, its design tells a story\u2014and it\u2019s one worth preserving.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"why-do-people-collect-classic-computers-\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Do_People_Collect_Classic_Computers\"><\/span>Why Do People Collect Classic Computers?<br \/>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When you tell people you like to refurbish and restore old computers, the first word to pass their lips is \u201cwhy?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a fair question. The 15 machines in my collection combined are less powerful than a modern-day gaming computer. They can\u2019t run the latest titles and some of them struggle with modern-day internet. While I view my tiny museum with an air of affection, I know each machine is fundamentally obsolete.<\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <strong><em>Why I Still Use an Old PowerPC Mac in 2020<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>I suppose you could say the same thing to a collector of old cars. Why bother repairing a vehicle from the 1960s when a contemporary model will, undoubtedly, be more fuel-efficient, comfortable, and reliable?<\/p>\n<p>For some people, figuring out how something works is fun, as is returning it to working order. Whether it\u2019s cars or computers, the goal is the same.<\/p>\n<p>Then, there\u2019s also the historical aspect. It\u2019s comforting to know if a computer is in my collection, it won\u2019t end up at the recycling center. Beyond that, another reason I enjoy collecting old <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">App<\/a>le computers is that I can follow the company\u2019s changing approach to hardware design.<\/p>\n<p>The PowerBook G3, for example, is fundamentally modular. Accessing the components is embarrassingly easy. You just lift up the keyboard, which sits in place thanks to three simple latches.<\/p>\n<p>As you dig down, you notice the CPU and RAM sit on a daughterboard that plugs into the laptop\u2019s logic board. This opens the possibility for upgrades. Indeed, in the late 1990s and early \u201900s, it was possible to buy CPU upgrade cards from third-party companies.<\/p>\n<p>In future models, you see that approach to modularity go out the window. In the following generation of Apple PowerBooks, the CPU was soldered to the logic board. Over time, Apple started integrating all components\u2014from RAM and storage to networking cards\u2014as integral components on the logic board. This prevented people from upgrading and repairing their own machines.<\/p>\n<p>If you have a big enough collection, that changing design philosophy becomes obvious.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"where-to-find-old-machines\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Find_Vintage_Machines\"><\/span>Where to Find Vintage Machines<br \/>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can find vintage machines in the usual places: eBay, Craigslist, Gumtree, garage sales, and so on. They\u2019re not hard to find because most people regard them as junk. Beauty, as they say, is in the eye of the beholder.<\/p>\n<p>What you\u2019ll pay will vary depending on the condition, rarity, and capability of the device. For example, early-generation Intel MacBook laptops are dirt cheap at the moment. I\u2019ve found some for as little as $20. This is because they\u2019re common as muck.<\/p>\n<p>In 2006-07, Apple was selling over one million of those each quarter. Moreover, they\u2019re largely useless as a day-to-day machine at this point. The latest operating system they can run is Mac OS X Lion, which was released in 2011. The latest versions of Chrome and Firefox won\u2019t even run on them.<\/p>\n<p>The original iBook G3 clamshells<strong>,<\/strong> on the other hand, cost more because they\u2019re older and have an iconic design. Apple also sold far fewer of them, which makes them harder to find. It\u2019s not uncommon to see them go for over $200, particularly if they\u2019re in working condition with all the original accessories and documentation.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s a perception in the retro-computing community that older hardware has shot up in price this year. Theories swirl about why this might be. One frequent explanation is the pandemic. Some think people have picked up the hobby to pass time. Others blame popular <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/social-mediaa\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"1\" title=\"Social Media\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">YouTube<\/a>rs, like <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/psivewri\">Psivewri<\/a> and <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/adric22\">The 8-Bit Guy<\/a> for popularizing the hobby.<\/p>\n<p>I, however, don\u2019t begrudge this trend. I\u2019d rather see old kit restored than end up trashed. The best way for this to happen is if more people get involved.<\/p>\n<p>It could also be argued that if there\u2019s a greater demand for retro computers, more people will start selling their old machines. For the hobby to thrive, there has to be an ongoing supply of old hardware.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"bringing-them-back-to-life\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Resurrect_an_Old_Computer\"><\/span>How to Resurrect an Old Computer<br \/>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve got your machine, it\u2019s time to start the restoration. The complexity of this task largely depends on the condition of the machine. If it\u2019s in working condition, you won\u2019t have to perform any repairs, although you might be tempted to perform some upgrades.<\/p>\n<p>If you encounter any faulty components, you might struggle to replace them with like-for-like alternatives. It\u2019s hard to find brand-new IDE\/PATA hard drives, for example. Also, many older specs of RAM have long been out of production\u2014you\u2019ll only be able to find these secondhand.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_692750\" style=\"width: 6000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-692750 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/DSCF1378.jpg.pagespeed.ce.xxK6kXglbX.jpg\" alt=\"The internals of an Apple PowerBook G3.\" width=\"6000\" height=\"4000\" data-credittext=\"Matthew Hughes\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Matthew Hughes<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You\u2019ve got a couple of options, though. You can buy another of the same machine you\u2019re restoring and cannibalize it for components. Alternatively, you can get creative. When it comes to IDE hard drives, you can use an mSATA-to-IDE adapter. This will allow you to use a modern (and cheap) storage format.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_692751\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-692751 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/xDSCF1374-e1601677335209.jpg.pagespeed.gp+jp+jw+pj+ws+js+rj+rp+rw+ri+cp+md.ic.jV6QgVhFOj.jpg\" alt=\"An mSATA-to-IDE adapter.\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" data-credittext=\"Matthew Hughes\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Matthew Hughes<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You\u2019ll end up with slightly faster storage (you\u2019ll still be limited to the throughput speeds of the ancient IDE\/PATA sockets), as well as significant battery performance gains. You can also find IDE adapters that support M.2 and CompactFlash cards.<\/p>\n<p>Do keep in mind that fully repairing and upgrading an old computer can easily cost more than the original purchase price of that machine. Plus, if you ever want to resell your upgraded machine, there\u2019s no guarantee you\u2019ll be able to recoup your costs.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re not embarking on a restoration project with any financial goals in mind, you\u2019ll be fine. The payoff here is in keeping something ticking long beyond its expiration date.<\/p>\n<p>What about software? Fortunately, it\u2019s possible to find older operating systems and applications on various abandonware sites. Macintosh Garden\u00a0is an excellent resource for anyone restoring older Apple computers.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, if you\u2019re hoping to use your restored computer for actual day-to-day work, you\u2019re going to face significant headwinds. Something as simple as web browsing will prove troublesome.<\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, there are ways to circumvent these problems. If you\u2019ve got an older, PowerPC-based Mac, you can rely on the community-driven browser efforts\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.floodgap.com\/software\/tenfourfox\/\">TenFourFox<\/a> and <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.floodgap.com\/software\/classilla\/\">Classilla<\/a>. If you\u2019re trying to overhaul an early-generation Intel Mac, you can use <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/parrotgeek.com\/fxlegacy.html#:~:text=Firefox%20Legacy%20is%20an%20unofficial,life%20into%20your%20old%20Macs.&amp;text=IMPORTANT%20NOTE%20ABOUT%20UPDATING%20TO,earlier%20versions%20to%20version%2071.0\">Firefox Legacy<\/a>, or run a newer version of macOS through <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/dosdude1.com\/catalina\/\">an unofficial patcher tool<\/a>. In all instances, your mileage will vary.<\/p>\n<p>Alternatively, you can install Linux, which is what I did when restoring an old IBM ThinkPad. The main advantage with this approach is I can use a fully up-to-date browser from its original source, rather than an unofficial community \u201cspin.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Many older Wi-Fi cards will also struggle to work on contemporary routers, particularly if the chipset on your machine maxes out at 802.11b. In that scenario, you\u2019ve got the following options:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use a wired Ethernet connection:\u00a0<\/strong>Then, you can bypass the issue altogether.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Install a more recent Wi-Fi card:<\/strong> This won\u2019t necessarily require you to open the machine\u2014you can get one that uses USB or PCMCIA CardBus.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Get a <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/VAP11N-300-Wireless-repeater-Dreambox-Professional\/dp\/B01198RNYW?tag=hotoge-20\">bridging device<\/a>:<\/strong> These are ideal because you don\u2019t have to install any drivers. They act as a go-between for your local wireless network and forward traffic via Ethernet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"potential-minefields\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Potential_Minefields\"><\/span>Potential Minefields<br \/>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are a few things to be wary of when restoring old computers. The sad reality is these machines are liable to fall victim to old age. Screws become less durable and might s<a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/trip-and-travel\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"10\" title=\"Trip &amp; Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">trip<\/a>, making the disassembling process tricky. Plastic can yellow and become brittle. You\u2019ll have to be careful with the more fragile pieces and components.<\/p>\n<p>When you acquire an old computer, one of the first things you should do is remove (and preferably, replace) all the internal batteries. Most have an internal battery that\u2019s used to keep track of the time (among other things). These are referred to as CMOS or PRAM batteries. Batteries eventually fail, though. In some cases, they also leak. If that happens, your machine could suffer significant corrosive damage.<\/p>\n<p>In most cases, you should be able to find replacements. It\u2019s not uncommon to see some laptops that use standard <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/AmazonBasics-CR2032-Lithium-Coin-Cell\/dp\/B0787K2XWZ?tag=hotoge-20\">2032 coin cell batteries<\/a>. Alternatively, you can find third-party alternatives on eBay or Amazon.<\/p>\n<p>For some machines, though, that isn\u2019t possible because Apple uses a semi-proprietary format. However, the circuitry is fairly straightforward. It\u2019s possible to reverse engineer your own replacement using the carcass of an original, some replacement cells, and a soldering iron.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_692749\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-692749 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/xDSCF1381-e1601677358978.jpg.pagespeed.gp+jp+jw+pj+ws+js+rj+rp+rw+ri+cp+md.ic.3oy_REGVVc.jpg\" alt=\"A reverse-engineered CMOS battery for a vintage PowerBook G3.\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" data-credittext=\"Matthew Hughes\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Matthew Hughes<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>It\u2019s worth noting that many older machines might have faulty capacitors. These circuit-level components are used to ensure a consistent supply of power to the rest of the circuit board. Like anything else, they\u2019re also prone to failure from use and old age.<\/p>\n<p>Replacing these is a tricky task. If you\u2019re not confident with a soldering iron, you might want to consider outsourcing this task to a competent friend.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"tools-you-need\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Tools_Youll_Need\"><\/span>The Tools You\u2019ll Need<br \/>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If restoring old computers is a hobby you want to pursue, you\u2019ll need to invest in a solid toolkit. A good screwdriver is worth its weight in gold. The cheaper ones tend to be flimsy. You might even find that the metal on the driver shears off when you\u2019re trying to remove a stubborn screw. As the saying goes, \u201cbuy cheap, buy twice.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Other tools you\u2019ll need are spudgers and plectrums to pry open panels and circuit boards. Many computer repair kits include these. You should also invest in a magnetic screw bowl or tray, so you won\u2019t lose any important screws you\u2019ll need to reassemble your machine.<\/p>\n<p>Keeping a computer cool is an important part of servicing it. If you buy an old machine, it\u2019s almost certain the thermal paste\u00a0that was originally applied has turned solid and brittle. This means it\u2019s no longer an effective heat conductor.<\/p>\n<p>Definitely invest in a couple of tubes of Arctic Silver. You\u2019ll also need some Q-tips and a bottle of isopropyl alcohol to remove any of the old, encrusted thermal paste. (There\u2019s something quite cathartic about scraping away that old, crusty goo.)<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_692752\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-692752 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/xDSCF1383-e1601677377219.jpg.pagespeed.gp+jp+jw+pj+ws+js+rj+rp+rw+ri+cp+md.ic.tUpsS8jeV8.jpg\" alt=\"A Q-tip hovering over a computer circuit board.\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" data-credittext=\"Matthew Hughes\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Matthew Hughes<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Of course, a can of compressed air is always a useful way to\u00a0remove any dust that\u2019s found its way into a machine. Unclogging the heat sink is also, arguably, the easiest way to make a computer run cooler (and quieter), with less power consumption.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script>\n setTimeout(function(){\n  !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s)\n  {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n  n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};\n  if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';\n  n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n  t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];\n  s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s) } (window, document,'script',\n  'https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js');\n   fbq('init', '335401813750447');\n   fbq('track', 'PageView');\n  },3000);\n<\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For forums sites go to <span style=\"color: #ff9900;\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900;\" href=\"https:\/\/forum.buradabiliyorum.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Forum.BuradaBiliyorum.Com<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>If you want to read more like this article, you can visit our <span style=\"color: #ff9900;\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900;\" href=\"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/technology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Technology category.<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"color: black;\"><a style=\"color: #ff9900;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/692747\/why-people-restore-vintage-computers-and-how-you-can-too\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Source<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&#8220;#Why People Restore Vintage Computers, and How You Can Too&#8221; Alena Veasey\/Shutterstock If my PowerBook G3 was a person, it would be of legal voting age and counting down the days until it\u2019s legally allowed to drink. 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