VINTAGE computers have helped secure Haverhill a television spot, on a new programme about the history of computers.
The Centre For Computing History, in Haverhill, is home to a permanent exhibition – accessible to the public – which tells the story of the rise of the information age.
Raw Television contacted the centre while searching for vintage computers to use
in a show about Elite – the first 3D space game – and the company was delighted to find everything it needed for the programme all under one roof, including a BBC Micro, Acorn Atom, and an Apple 11.
Peter Snow – who will be familiar to television viewers for his work on Tomorrow's World – said: "The Centre For Computing History is an inspirational initiative.
"It is a wonderful idea and an extremely valuable resource, especially as most of the machines work!
"What an impressive and quite remarkable collection, and how forward thinking of this group of people."
An 80s-style office was set up within the centre for filming, and the producers of the programme were so impressed by the knowledge of Jason Fitzpatrick (one of the directors) that he was interviewed for the show.
Jason dazzled Mr Snow and the film crew with his ability to create instructions in BASIC and assembly code for the BBC Micro.
His interview will feature in the final programme of the series, which is to be shown on Channel Five and the History Channel.
Mr Snow said: "Jason's knowledge of the subject is outstanding.
"I have asked to be kept informed of future developments and will be taking a keen interest in the centre's progress."
At present the museum can only be viewed by appointment but there are plans for a permanent base.
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