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New TRW logo!
The Retro Web and Ultimate Retro are joining forces!
Mashing together one of the largest hardware databases online with a modern and proven user experience, for The Ultimate Retro Web™ experience!
By Zago, published 2022-08-06
Windows ME boxy wallpaper
So... you want to build a Windows 98 retro PC?
Getting started with the basics for your new retro machine.
By realismbro285, published 2021-05-20
Time for a well needed back end renovation!
A few notes on the hardware database
Changes, changes, changes...
By bobosG, published 2021-04-19
The Retro Web now has a UT99 DeathMatch server
Adding "Gaming" to the retro with a UT'99, Quake III Arena and Doom server
Quick PSA: we now have a UT '99/Quake III Arena/Doom server. Feel free to frag at game01.theretroweb.com
By Zago, published 2020-11-07
Replacing a thermal pad and dusting off an Asus motherboard.
I have old hardware! What now?
You finally got hold of some old hardware, but it needs some TLC before using it. Here are my tips on how to get started.
By Zago, published 2020-07-21
Introduction manuals and setup CDs for Windows 95 and 98SE
Getting started quicker with Windows 9x
It's math: 98 > 10. However, today, it's very simple to just use an SSD and a fast USB3 flash drive. But Windows 98 doesn't know either of them!
By Zago, published 2020-04-22
Slot 1 processors: Intel Pentium II and III
Intel P6: why did it succeed?
Introduced in 1995, formally discontinued in 2002, but revived in 2003. You might be surprised to learn that its legacy still lives on to this date, but maybe not how you might expect.
By Zago, published 2020-06-21