The Computer Vault Podcast

27/03/2026 Retro Computing News Bulletin

Round-up of the latest news from around the retro computing world.

Episode 12: Amstrad NC100

Welcome to The Computer Vault podcast where we discuss the history of computers, computing and IT.
In this episode, we explore the Amstrad NC100 - a portable writing and productivity machine that tried to combine the simplicity of a typewriter with the flexibility of a computer from the 1990s.

21/03/2026 Retro Computing News Bulletin

Round-up of the latest news from around the retro computing world.

15/03/2026 Retro Computing News Bulletin

Round-up of the latest news from around the retro computing world.

Episode 11: IBM Model 650

Welcome to The Computer Vault podcast where we discuss the history of computers, computing and IT.
In this episode, we explore the history of the IBM Model 650 Computer - a machine whose technological innovations, design ingenuity, and historical impact continue to inspire and educate us to this day.

Episode 10: Beyond the Screen

Welcome to The Computer Vault podcast where we discuss the history of computers, computing and IT.
In this episode, we explore how our home television sets have evolved into powerful devices that allow us not only to watch our favourite programs but also shop, bank, and browse the wide expanse of the World Wide Web.

Short Series - Episode 001 - Netscape Creates Navio - A Bold Move Against Microsoft

Welcome to The Computer Vault short podcast series where we discuss the history of computers, computing and IT in 10 minutes or less. This episode examines Netscape's bold creation of Navio, announced on June 2, 1996, as a strategic move to take on the mighty Microsoft.

Episode 9: The History of the Amstrad PCW16

Welcome to The Computer Vault podcast where we discuss the history of computers, computing and IT. In this episode, we’re setting our sights on one of the more intriguing machines of its time – the Amstrad PCW16.

Episode 8: The Amstrad PCW10

Welcome to The Computer Vault podcast where we discuss the history of computers, computing and IT. In this episode, we’re exploring the historical significance, innovative design, and technical details of the Amstrad PCW10.

Episode 7: Memory in Magnetic Motion

Welcome to The Computer Vault podcast where we discuss the history of computers, computing and IT. In this episode, we’re diving into one of the foundational innovations in computing – magnetic core memory – and the brilliant mind behind it, Jay W. Forrester.