Four Decades of Apple's Lisa - Ignored, Disposed of, Revived

Explore the fascinating history and legacy of Apple's Lisa computer in this comprehensive conference talk. Delve into the story of the first Apple computer featuring a graphical user interface, from its ambitious beginnings to its commercial failure and ultimate disposal. Learn about the internal competition with the Macintosh, the political factors at Apple that influenced its fate, and the infamous burial of thousands of Lisa computers in Utah. Discover how the Lisa has been revived in recent years through the release of its source code, the development of alternative operating systems, and ongoing efforts to emulate and recreate the hardware. Gain insights into the challenges of maintaining and preserving this pioneering piece of computing history, and understand its lasting impact on the evolution of personal computers.