Welcome to the world of ValorosoIT, dedicated to Retro Computers, Retro Technology, and Vintage Electronics.
Embark on an exciting journey as we explore a collection of objects, attempt repairs, restorations, and experiments that celebrate the nostalgia and charm of the past. In the enchanting universe of Retro Technology, old devices become precious relics.
Let's rediscover the magic of Retro Computers! We will relive the golden days of computing and electronics, bringing back to life old computers such as Commodore 64, Amiga, IBM, Olivetti, Amstrad, MSX, Atari, and many more...…
And let's not forget to immerse ourselves in the warm and captivating analog sound of vintage audio systems, transporting us back to the golden age of Hi-Fi.
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Here's my collection of computers and vintage electronics.
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By Amedeo Valoroso.
What a boredom! In the video published on @valosoit, I tried to turn on 14 vintage laptops, 80s, 90s and 2000 - received as a gift or purchased in various lots. The goal is simple (but long): see if they leave, what an operating system [...]
Welcome to Valorosoit, the channel and blog dedicated to the world of vintage computers, vintage electronics and, of course, to our beloved retrocomputer. Today's topic? A double interview with two great fans and experts from the world Sinclair Spectrum: Davide Barlotti and [...]
A donation of vintage computers is always a special event for those who, like me, collect, repair and document the history of computing. Each component has not only a technical and historical value, but also an emotional one. In this case, the donation is [...]
Do you have an old IBM computer, maybe a PS/2 Model 30 or another machine from the late 80s or early 90s, that no longer maintains the BIOS configuration? Do you end up with errors 161, 162, and 163 when I start up? […]
Do you remember BBS? If you're a fan of retrocomputing, you've probably heard of Bulletin Board Systems (BBS). Before the spread of the internet, these digital networks allowed users to communicate, exchange files, and even play online games. At Varese Retrocomputing [...]
In my blog and in my social channels @ValorosoIT, I explore the world of vintage computers with curiosity and passion. Today I want to talk about Amiga Vault, an exclusive service created by Fabry and designed for Commodore Amiga enthusiasts. Amiga [...]
Nel nostro viaggio attraverso il tempo, ci accompagna Davide Calvi dell'Associazione RetroEdicola Videoludica, meglio conosciuto come Dr. Fix, che ci racconta dettagli unici e aneddoti sul Cosmac ELF. Il computer che ci ha mostra Davide Dr. Fix è una replica […]
During Varese RetroComputing 2024, I had the pleasure of interviewing Simone Nasa and William, who presented a range of modern accessories for the legendary Commodore 64, Vic-20 and Amiga. These accessories, designed to improve performance and simplify [...]
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The Sound Blaster Clone sound cards, made by David E Larsson in Sweden, are replicas of the original Sound Blaster sound cards, with some improvements geared towards compatibility and sound quality. In this article, we analyze in detail the two [...]
In the world of retrocomputing, modern interfaces and innovations allow us to breathe new life into our beloved vintage computers. During Varese RetroComputing 2024, a reference event for fans of historical technologies, I interviewed Lorenzo Bolla, creator of the [...]
At Varese Retrocomputing 2024, an event dedicated to vintage technology enthusiasts, I had the honor of interviewing Sergio Gervasini of ESoCoP. In this fascinating conversation, Sergio takes us through the history of Steve Jobs' most representative computers, exploring the technological evolution [...]
In the world of retrogaming, Ghostbusters is one of the few video games that I enjoyed a lot as a child. The game was inspired by the famous 1984 movie. In this exclusive video interview for the ValorosoIT channel, recorded at Varese Retrocomputing 2024, [...]
Nel video di oggi, vi porto con me alla mostra Historybit - Storie di Computer, organizzata da Davide e Alberto Fornasiero dello Studio FBP a Cerro Maggiore. È un'occasione imperdibile per esplorare l'evoluzione della tecnologia attraverso una straordinaria collezione di […]
I had purchased this Commodore PET (Personal Electronic Transactor) CBM 8032, in the United States, and it had arrived in my collection at the end of 2021. This 8-bit computer, produced in the early 80s, had caught my attention for the [...]
I cabinati Arcade (o Coin-Op, “operati a moneta”, come vengono spesso chiamati) hanno segnato un'epoca. Dagli anni '70 fino ai primi anni '90, questi giganti dell'intrattenimento dominavano le sale giochi, i bar e le fiere, offrendo esperienze videoludiche uniche che […]
Benvenuti su ValorosoIT! 🎉 Oggi vi invito a intraprendere, con me, un vero e proprio viaggio nel tempo, esplorando il percorso tematico che ho allestito, dedicato principalmente alla storia dei dispositivi elettronici Commodore. Si parte dagli anni '70, per arrivare […]
At Varese Retrocomputing 2024, I had the pleasure of meeting Nicola Avanzi of RetroCampus, a retrocomputing enthusiast and expert. On this occasion, Nicola showed us three historic models of the Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC): the DEC Rainbow 100, the [...]
The book Introduction to 8-bit Assembly Programming – Volume I: MCS 65XX is a fundamental guide for those who want to learn Assembly programming for MOS 65XX processors. Written by Daniele Lanzillo, also known as M.A.W. 1968 (András [...]
Il Varese Retrocomputing 2024 è alle porte! L'evento si terrà il 15 settembre a Tradate, in provincia di Varese, presso la storica Villa Truffini, situata in Corso Paolo Bernacchi 2. L'orario di apertura al pubblico sarà dalle 10:00 alle 17:00. […]
Se sei un appassionato di retro-computing, avrai sicuramente incontrato il problema degli hard disk meccanici danneggiati nei vecchi computer. Oppure, come nel mio caso, un vecchio PC IBM compatibile che proprio non è dotato di hard disk. Fortunatamente, c'è una […]
Nel mondo della tecnologia, poche cose evocano nostalgia quanto le Bulletin Board Systems (BBS). Prima dell'avvento di Internet come lo conosciamo oggi, le BBS erano il centro del mondo online per molti appassionati di informatica. Quante emozioni collegarsi ad una […]
Negli anni '70, l'industria dei videogiochi stava appena iniziando a prendere forma a livello globale, con progetti e console che cercavano di catturare l'immaginazione dei giocatori in un mondo nuovo e affascinante. Mentre grandi nomi come Atari cominciavano a emergere […]
Nel video di oggi, ecco come espandere la RAM del Commodore PC10, portandola da 256 KB a 640 KB. Vi guiderò passo-passo attraverso il processo, descrivendo nei dettagli l'installazione dei chip RAM, il settaggio dei DIP switch e la sostituzione […]
Buongiorno a tutti gli appassionati di computer vintage! Siete cordialmente invitati al Varese Retrocomputing 2024, un evento che si terrà a Tradate, in provincia di Varese, il 15 Settembre 2024, dalle ore 10:00 alle 17:00. L'edizione dell'anno scorso è stata […]
Welcome to the @ValorosoIT blog! Here we deal with vintage computers and electronics. Today, I will walk you step by step through the process of disassembling and cleaning the IBM 8513 CRT monitor. This guide is intended for enthusiasts […]
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Microsoft recently made the MS DOS 4 source code public on GitHub. MS-DOS 4 (acronym for Microsoft Disk Operating System, version 4) is an operating system that dates back to 1988. Just released, the MS DOS version […]
Se c'è una cosa che affascina gli appassionati di tecnologia è il confronto tra il vecchio e il nuovo, soprattutto quando si tratta di prestazioni dei computer. L'evoluzione tecnologica ha portato a un incredibile aumento delle prestazioni nel corso degli […]
Welcome to the ValorosoIT blog, the point of reference for vintage electronics and IT enthusiasts! If you have ever found yourself faced with vintage objects with an annoying rubbery patina, then you are in the right place. In this article, […]