Dave and Glen dive into viewer questions about Dave’s ongoing PDP-11 Unix adventures. They discuss the challenges of compiling the UNIX kernel on real vintage hardware (complete with hour-long compile times!), writing custom software like a homemade sudo command, and experimenting with retro-themed screensavers including a Matrix-style display on a genuine VT220 terminal.

Dave and Glen dive into the world of retro computing with a focus on the PDP-11, Unix kernel debugging, and all the quirks that come with working on vintage systems. Dave shares his week-long journey of building and debugging a custom Unix kernel, solving issues with disk corruption, and uncovering a rogue getty process.

In this episode of Shop Talk, Dave upgrades his PDP-11/73 to an /83 and tackles the challenges of building and configuring the Unix kernel for 211BSD. He dives into the intricacies of adding device drivers, overlaying memory sections, and dealing with configuration quirks. Along the way, Dave shares insights into retro computing, nostalgia for classic games like Zork and Adventure, and tips for connecting to his PDP-11 via Telnet. Joined by co-host Glen, they answer audience questions and discuss the joys and frustrations of working with vintage tech.

Dave and Glen dive into a mix of classic and new questions from viewers, covering everything from Dave's latest PDP-11 project—complete with working RL02 drives and a live telnet demo—to humorous behind-the-scenes stories from his days at Microsoft. They chat about the evolution of Windows NT, Cairo, and the infamous Tuckwila project, sprinkling in anecdotes about data centers, task management, and coding in the '90s.

Join Dave and Glen for a lively Shop Talk session covering the week's deep dives into vintage computing projects and real tech insights! Dave discusses rebuilding a PDP-11 from parts, tackling hardware repairs on a rare SuperPET (complete with a smoky capacitor mishap), and debates the merits of defragging SSDs. Plus, they take a deep look into legendary practices from the early Microsoft days, why certain design choices have stood the test of time, and field some truly interesting viewer questions about everything from RAID controllers to CAN bus on ESP32s. This episode is packed with nostalgia, tech wisdom, and laughs—perfect for retro computing enthusiasts and tech history fans alike.

Join Dave and co-host Glen as they dive into viewer questions covering a range of topics—from the infamous one-line software bug that led to the Mars Polar Lander crash to retro computing with the PDP-11. They discuss LED projects, programming languages, vintage hardware, and share personal anecdotes and insights into historical tech failures. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just curious about software mishaps that have made history, this episode is packed with engaging discussions and expert insights.

Dave and Glen discuss how Microsoft discovers zero day attacks and answer listener questions in this episode of Shop Talk!

This week we dive into the fascinating world of extreme home power setups, answering your burning questions about 600-amp service, backup generators, and DIY solutions for powering everything from a PDP-11 to a Tesla. Along the way, they tackle topics like the pros and cons of solar, how natural gas systems work during outages, and the quirks of home energy monitoring tech. Packed with humor, practical insights, and a few surprise tangents, this episode is a must-watch for tech enthusiasts and off-grid dreamers alike!

Mac vs PC, SuperPET, and Vintage Computing and more! Glen and Dave discuss this week's viewer questions.

Dave relates the story of the talking dog for sale and answers viewer questions on recent episodes!