Explore the Journey of Computer History

Documenting the complete evolution of computers through time and innovation.

Discover the Journey of Computing

Welcome to Compute Evolution, where we document and explore the fascinating journey of computer history as we know it, from early machines to modern innovations shaping our future.

A vintage Gateway 2000 Handbook laptop sits on a wooden round table, with a lush green plant in the background. The screen is blank, and the device has an old-style keyboard. Next to the laptop, there's a transparent case filled with electronic components and a coiled red wire.
A vintage Gateway 2000 Handbook laptop sits on a wooden round table, with a lush green plant in the background. The screen is blank, and the device has an old-style keyboard. Next to the laptop, there's a transparent case filled with electronic components and a coiled red wire.

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A vintage Apple Macintosh computer from 1984 featuring a boxy monitor with a black screen, beige casing, and an integrated floppy disk drive slot. Below the monitor is a keyboard with similar beige keys. The iconic rainbow Apple logo is present on the casing. The display is set in a museum-like environment with an informational plaque in front.
A vintage Apple Macintosh computer from 1984 featuring a boxy monitor with a black screen, beige casing, and an integrated floppy disk drive slot. Below the monitor is a keyboard with similar beige keys. The iconic rainbow Apple logo is present on the casing. The display is set in a museum-like environment with an informational plaque in front.
A collection of vintage Amiga computer-related items is spread out on a wooden floor. The items include several floppy disks, two Amiga World magazines with cover images of computers and text, a user reference manual titled 'Dir Work', and two software manuals labeled 'Picasso' and 'TVPaint'. A data cable is also visible among the items.
A collection of vintage Amiga computer-related items is spread out on a wooden floor. The items include several floppy disks, two Amiga World magazines with cover images of computers and text, a user reference manual titled 'Dir Work', and two software manuals labeled 'Picasso' and 'TVPaint'. A data cable is also visible among the items.
A vintage computer with a monochrome screen displaying the word 'hello' in bold, black script against a white background. The computer casing is black with a classic design, featuring an Apple logo. The screen interface shows early graphic design software elements.
A vintage computer with a monochrome screen displaying the word 'hello' in bold, black script against a white background. The computer casing is black with a classic design, featuring an Apple logo. The screen interface shows early graphic design software elements.
A red floppy disk with a label that reads '12/11/03'. The disk is positioned at a slight angle on a plain white background. It has a visible metal sliding cover and branding that indicates it is a 2HD IBM disk from Imation.
A red floppy disk with a label that reads '12/11/03'. The disk is positioned at a slight angle on a plain white background. It has a visible metal sliding cover and branding that indicates it is a 2HD IBM disk from Imation.
A collection of vintage computers and monitors displayed on shelves and desks in a museum or exhibition setting. The devices vary in size and design, with some displaying graphics and interfaces typical of older computer systems. The arrangement is neat, with some additional tech memorabilia and decorative pieces enhancing the retro atmosphere.
A collection of vintage computers and monitors displayed on shelves and desks in a museum or exhibition setting. The devices vary in size and design, with some displaying graphics and interfaces typical of older computer systems. The arrangement is neat, with some additional tech memorabilia and decorative pieces enhancing the retro atmosphere.
A collection of vintage computers and monitors displayed on a white shelving unit, accompanied by a variety of books neatly organized on the shelves. The top shelf features retro Apple computers and gadgets, including a webcam and a small figure. Below, books of different genres and topics line the shelves, with a few gaming controllers and a model motorcycle in the lower compartments.
A collection of vintage computers and monitors displayed on a white shelving unit, accompanied by a variety of books neatly organized on the shelves. The top shelf features retro Apple computers and gadgets, including a webcam and a small figure. Below, books of different genres and topics line the shelves, with a few gaming controllers and a model motorcycle in the lower compartments.

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A vintage computer room featuring large, retro computers and control panels with numerous buttons and switches. The room includes a UNIVAC 1232 machine and several other large computing devices, arranged in a dimly lit space that emphasizes their mechanical and industrial design.
A vintage computer room featuring large, retro computers and control panels with numerous buttons and switches. The room includes a UNIVAC 1232 machine and several other large computing devices, arranged in a dimly lit space that emphasizes their mechanical and industrial design.