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samikki.bsky.social
Severance-fanit! Katsokaa millainen aarre löytyi Seinäjoen sairaalamuseosta. #severance #datageneral #dasher #macrodata
July 30, 2026 at 10:18 PM
robertdl3rr.bsky.social
Back to writing a simulator/ emulator. It's a while since I've done one. (I must be a glutton for punishment).

This time, it's a #DataGeneral #Nova.
February 9, 2025 at 12:17 PM
rtod.bsky.social
Someone commented on my DataGeneral One video that I should read “Soul of a New Machine” I have some flights coming up this will be a nice travel companion.
October 2, 2025 at 8:27 PM
kevintoms.bsky.social
Released in 1984, the Data General/One is widely considered one of the most important precursors to modern laptops.

#KevinToms #DataGeneralOne #DG1 #DataGeneral #80sComputers #portablecomputers #laptop #laptopcomputers #microcomputers #retrocomputers #UKretro #UKcomputers
June 3, 2026 at 11:47 AM
bitnacht.bsky.social
Now that the marching band has left, I finally can get some refining done. #severance #dataGeneral #Dasher #seasonFinale #apptleTVplus
A cherry keyboard with blue keycaps and a trackball under a monitor showing lumon-industries.com
March 22, 2025 at 4:37 PM
klossmajor.bsky.social
Tracy Kidder: The Soul of a New Machine
#TracyKidder #TheSoulOfANewMachine #TechHistory #Innovation #ComputerEngineering #TechPioneers #Nonfiction #DataGeneral #EclipseMV8000
Tracy Kidder: The Soul of a New Machine cover
March 20, 2025 at 5:46 PM
foinc.com
I really should send you mine- it's sitting here ready to go.
We originally had the "toaster" too which was a 5.25" drive that connected to the DataGeneral. Have no idea where that went...
A photo of a very old Data General computer on a glass table with blue painters tape holding it together for transport with a little box of screws and some RToD stickers laying on top of it.
December 1, 2024 at 9:37 PM
barrieabalard.bsky.social
What else is new?

Rereading #TheSoulofaNewMachine by #TracyKidder. Spent time as a clerical temp in the main sales office of #DataGeneral when DG was near their height.

Was offered perm job as secretary. Said no. Never not one f'n regret. #techwriterforever #geek
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Sou...
The Soul of a New Machine - Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org
May 25, 2026 at 5:31 PM
rsl318.bsky.social
ps, borrowed the term 'aural refusal' from @datageneral
November 23, 2024 at 2:33 AM
rsl318.bsky.social
Told septuagenarian comrade that i'm in a 'refusal' seminar; she pulled a stack of these outta her bag @datageneral @jenwgersten @mbrounley
November 22, 2024 at 4:29 PM
rsl318.bsky.social
Class field trip! @datageneral
November 22, 2024 at 2:02 AM
rsl318.bsky.social
includes shout-outs to @analogtara @yokoono @SaraNAhmed & Pauline Oliveros also shout-out to @datageneral for pushing me to be the best abortion musicologist I can be
November 21, 2024 at 8:43 PM
rsl318.bsky.social
Think it's high time to unfollow ppl who are pals/defenders/retweeters of 'datageneral' - no offense whatsoever it's just v. triggering for me
November 20, 2024 at 2:12 PM
molloy.bsky.social
ARE YOUR ENGINEERS A HANDICAP?
Data General ad
Computer design, May 1, 1986.

#retrocomputing #VintageComputer #Workstation #Unix #DataGeneral #ad #vintageComputing #retrocomputer
The image is a vintage advertisement, possibly from the 1980s, featuring a dark blue background. The foreground is dominated by a stylized graphic representation of what appears to be circuit boards or some type of technical diagrams rendered in gold against the dark background. In the background, a smaller image depicts a computer system, hinting at the advertisement's technological focus. The overall aesthetic suggests a serious and professional tone, aiming for a corporate audience. The advertisement does not explicitly show people. However, it clearly targets engineers and those involved in the technical aspects of organizations, suggesting a demographic of primarily male, likely white-collar professionals, likely older adults given the context of the advertisement's time period. The emotional message is one of problem-solving and efficiency, appealing to the ambition and pragmatism often associated with this professional field. The ad's creation time would likely be in the mid-to-late 1980s, based on its visual style and the technology depicted. The camera device used was likely a professional-grade camera given the high quality of the advertisement's print. The subtle texture in the background suggests a high-quality printing process, indicating a significant investment in the advertisement's production. The subtle use of gold against the dark background adds a sophisticated and refined touch, implying a sense of elegance and high-end technology. The overall composition is clean and uncluttered, maximizing visual impact and clarity—all characteristic of professional advertising of that era.
January 7, 2025 at 3:05 AM
richomalley.com
Don't think twitlonger recognizes usernames so ... puzzle bump!
@cydaedalus @melvillmatic @datageneral @rexparker @pblindauer @finitealright
richomalley.com Rich O’Malley @richomalley.com · Nov 8
For those bummed by not getting an elex-themed puzzle in the NYT today, or who just want more after fun (cont) <a href="http://tl.gd/n_1sp9b1t" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">http://tl.gd/n_1sp9b1t
November 4, 2024 at 9:04 PM
treadstone71.bsky.social
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May 16, 2025 at 9:57 PM