Unearthing the Past: Rediscovering My Dad’s Vintage Sharp PC-7000

Recently, while tidying up the shed, I stumbled upon a fascinating piece of technology from a bygone era: my father’s portable computer, the Sharp PC-7000. It was a delightful surprise that brought back a wave of nostalgia.

(Note: This is a placeholder for the actual image; the photo captured was while the device was resting on my lap.)

As I carefully dusted off the exterior, I couldn’t shake the feeling of stepping back in time. This computer has been relegated to the shed—its home outside, away from the indoor spiders, but remarkably, it sprang back to life when I plugged it in.

What’s even more exciting is that I discovered we still have floppy disks to use with it! It’s incredible to think how this device was once considered cutting-edge technology. My dad used to carry it to his classes, a testament to its portability and innovative design for that period.

Rediscovering the Sharp PC-7000 was not just a glimpse into my father’s past; it reminded me of how far technology has come since the days of floppy disks and portable computing. It’s a wonderful relic of history that deserves to be appreciated, even if it’s just for a moment in today’s fast-paced digital world.