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As AI grips world, the thrill of collecting vintage computers is growing
Vintage computer collectors are preserving classic machines that launched the digital revolution, even as AI shapes the future of technology. Josh Dersch owns over 200 vintage computers and showcased a restored Xerox Alto at an event. The growing interest led to more than 3,500 attendees at the Vintage Computer Festival, demonstrating high demand for historical computing artifacts.
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