Vintage and obsolete computers and software

Originally Posted by ChildhoodDream

Now I don't know a lot about computers beyond the basics.

I notice that there are many buyers wanting computer related items.

I would presume that most of it is items that are still widely used and not obsolete? And computer items that are beyond use for most that have precious metals and such?

I ask as most of the computer items I have are over 15 years old. Some going back a ways. I have boxes of the software for many of the older systems also as I knew that it had a great possibility of future value as it is the software that many tossed in the trash years before. I'm amazed at the prices that older electronics packaging, instructions and such can bring with the collectors.



So what are people scrapping and what is being put aside for more then scrap values?

Is there a bit of a math to it?

The collectable stuff is old and obsolete for modern tasks. Software does have value to some people (like me) but it depends on what you have. There is no book you can buy to know what is valuable and what is not. Best thing to do is take pictures or come up with a list (or both).