While clearing the shed, I discovered my dad’s portable computer.

Unearthing Nostalgia: A Blast from the Past with My Dad’s Sharp PC-7000

While organizing the shed recently, I stumbled upon a remarkable piece of technology from the past: my father’s vintage portable computer, the Sharp PC-7000. This nostalgic find brought back a flood of memories and highlighted the ingenuity of early computing.

Here’s a snapshot I managed to capture of the PC-7000 resting on my lap. Due to its current residence in the shed—where the spider population thrives—it doesn’t often see the light of day. However, upon plugging it in, I was delighted to see it power up, proving its amazing durability.

What struck me was how this computer was once considered cutting-edge in its time. My dad used it for his classes, and it must have been quite a conversation starter among his peers. It’s fascinating to think about how far technology has come since the days of floppy disks—we still have some of those, too!

Rediscovering the Sharp PC-7000 was not just about reconnecting with an old device; it was a journey back to an era when personal Computers were just beginning to shape our world. It stands as a testament to the early days of portable computing and my father’s forward-thinking mindset.