RetroMels Education Center
Get to know old computers, step by step.
Nine classic computers, three levels each. Meet the machine, learn to operate it, then look under the hood. Practise in the built-in simulator and earn bronze, silver and gold stamps. No experience needed.
MeetLevel 1: switch on, find your way, load and run.
OperateLevel 2: save, verify, copy and keep your work safe.
Under the hoodLevel 3: memory, chips, POKE and PEEK, the real low level.
Try itType real commands in the practice simulator.
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New to old computers? Start here
Six minutes on ROM, RAM, the three kinds of start-up screen and tape vs disk vs cartridge. Every machine builds on it.
Your Retro Computer Passport
Bronze for Meet, silver for Operator, gold for Under the hood.
RetroMels · Computer Operator Passport
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Passport no. RM-000000
Rank New Recruit
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Machine Visas & Level Stamps
Choose a computer to get to know
Pick a level, open the Quick Start Card when you have the computer in front of you, or practise in the simulator.
Finished a level? Keep exploring!
Ready to try what you’ve learned? Head over to RetroMelsArchive and explore the Starter Packs for your next step. Keep your Quick Start Card nearby as you discover software for your computer.
Meet → Operator → Under the hood
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Practise in the simulator
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