What Have We Lost?

What Have We Lost?

Explore a fascinating journey through alternative operating systems and computer architectures in this conference talk. Discover the unique features and innovative designs of systems like IBM i, Interlisp, OpenGenera, and TRON that have been overshadowed by UNIX and Windows. Learn about the Single Level Store, TIMI, block terminals, and other groundbreaking concepts that set these systems apart. Gain insights into the historical context and potential future applications of these lesser-known but influential computing paradigms.