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> The Computer History Museum in Mountain View runs demonstrations of the IBM 1401 on Wednesdays and Saturdays so check it out if you're in the area; the demo s
by jf 9y ago
> The Computer History Museum in Mountain View runs demonstrations of the IBM 1401 on Wednesdays and Saturdays so check it out if you're in the area; the demo schedule is here: http://www.computerhistory.org/hours/ http://www.computerhistory.org/hours/
Regarding the IBM 1401 (to borrow from "Ferris Bueller's Day Off") It is so choice. If you have the means, I highly recommend seeing it in person.
I've had the pleasure of seeing several presentations and even punching cards to be run as part of a demo program. The machine is impressive to see in person and the volunteers who run the tours are a lot of fun to talk to!
- linker3000 9y agoAgreed - if computer tech is your thing it's a really good place to visit. I was roped in to one of the Babbage Engine demos a few years back...I turned up about 10 mins early and started to talk to the presenters, who were really nice guys. When I volunteered that I'd also seen the other replica Engine in the Science Museum in London, the chaps were proud to point out that 'theirs' could be operated and was not behind glass. I was then asked if they could refer to me at a suitable point to mention those facts and give my impressions on the presentation, which I was happy to do!