The author discusses their passion for collecting and maintaining their first Lisp Machine, a Symbolics MacIvory III, while highlighting the unique features and history of Lisp machines. They explore the technical innovation and development of Lisp machines, the split between LMI and Symbolics, and the controversy surrounding the control of software. Detailed explanations of specific models, architectures, and processors are provided, with emphasis on the significance of Lisp in the development of AI technologies. The article concludes by discussing the advancements in chip design and the challenges faced by Lisp machines in the evolving computing landscape.
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