Josh Dersch
Coverage of Josh Dersch in the Nexus archive.
- 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.
- As AI grips world, the thrill of collecting vintage computers is growing
Vintage computer enthusiasts, like Josh Dersch who owns over 200 devices in Seattle, are passionate about restoring and preserving classic machines such as the Xerox Alto. These collectors belong to a growing community that showcases artifacts from the digital revolution, including machines from Atari and Commodore. Organizations like the Vintage Computer Federation host festivals that bring people together to celebrate computer history.