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The Homebrew computer club


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April 6, 2020

9 minutes

Available for over a year

In 1975 a group of Californian computer enthusiasts began meeting to share ideas. Among those who took part were the founders of Apple.

In those days though, many of them were students or even high school kids. Mike Lanchin spoke to two early members of the group.

This programme is a rebroadcast

Photo: Former Homebrew member Len Shustek.

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