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On 25/09/2025 10:58, Andy Burns wrote:
> The Natural Philosopher wrote:
> 
>> Andy Burns wrote:
>> 
>>> <https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/raspberry-pi-500-plus>
>> 
>> and a price above many a desktop PC. :-(
> 
> I can see a compute stick with 1/4 the RAM and 1/4 the SSD for Ь20
> less, but not much else.
> 

https://thepihut.com/products/raspberry-pi-500-plus

>> Nonetheless its a nice bit of kit and because the OS is
>> preinstalled, it competes with winders.
> 
> I might consider getting one for my brother ...
> 
I instantly said to myself `VIC 20`

I sport of love it, But regretfully it doesn`t make sense for me

ExplainingComputers has a nice YouTube review - its fast enough for full 
HD streaming at less than 6W...

-- 
To ban Christmas, simply give turkeys the vote.


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