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Hobbyist builds working 16-bit DIY magnetic core memory

Original: 16-bit fully functional DIY magnetic core memory

A maker has built a fully functional 16-bit magnetic core memory unit from scratch and shared the project online, drawing attention on Hacker News. The device uses magnetic cores to store bits, reviving a memory technology from the early days of computing. Commenters are praising the craftsmanship and nostalgia of recreating hardware that predates modern RAM.

Why now: The project appeals to retrocomputing enthusiasts who enjoy seeing vintage memory technology recreated with DIY methods.

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