Computers and Electronic Games ➔ Computer Accessory, Joystick, Woodrow Vanhouten Personal Computer Archival Collection #200
Identifier:
2005.83.5
Description:
Black plastic handle rises up from black plastic base, which can affix to flat surfaces via suction cups. Red buttons on handle work controls on computer games. Black cord connects joystick to the computer.;This computer system and supporting papers and software, represent a significant early breakthrough in the evolution of the personal computer. At its height the Commodore 64 became the best selling personal computer brand of all time. The joystick was used with many early games developed for the computer. Together, the papers, software and hardware constitute a complete personal computer system. They will be useful for future researchers of technology, or as period-appropriate equipment for exhibition.;All of the manuals, warranties, hardware and software in this collection were used by Woodrow VanHouten.;Mr. Van Houten purchased his Commodore 64 personal computer, accessories, software and manuals around 1986 to write his first book, The Poke of Peter Pike. His sister Carol J. Crawford also used this computer in 1997 to write her memoir, before dying of ALS.;1) Label top of base reads "Quick Shot II Plus". Additional labels and marks on underside of base.;This computer system and supporting papers and software, represent a significant early breakthrough in the evolution of the personal computer. At its height the Commodore 64 became the best selling personal computer brand of all time. The joystick was used with many early games developed for the computer. Together, the papers, software and hardware constitute a complete personal computer system. Woodrow Van Houten purchased his Commodore 64 personal computer, accessories, software and manuals around 1986 to write his first book, The Poke of Peter Pike. His sister Carol J. Crawford also used this computer in 1997 to write her memoir, before dying of ALS.
Date:
1983 – 1989
Materials:
Plastic
Dimensions:
7" h 5" w 4" d
Current Location Status:
In Storage
Source:
Gift Of Woodrow And Sharon Vanhouten
Related Entities:
Spectravideo (creator)
Woodrow Vanhouten (donor)
