[geeks] Compuholics anonymous

[Michael Dombrowski]

On 29 Apr 2002 at 11:35, geeks-request at sunhelp.org wrote:

> > > > >Hey, if you have the inclination, I can probably arrange for
> > > > >you to get one or two (or three, or four...)
> > > >
> > > > And if there's the inclination but not the cash?
> > >
> > > That might be a problem, but most people's impressions on how much
> > > used mainframes cost are completely overblown.
> >
> > $10k?
> 
> Nowhere near that much usually.  S/390 G1's can be had for
> $1000-$2000. That's enough power for most people.

Where does one find such a system? Does this include all necessary 
software and things like DASD? How big physically are the smallest 
G1s? Would older mainframes be smaller/cheaper? What are good 
resources for learning more about these systems, are there books like 
"S/390 for Dummies" or something? Once I get out of school in June 
and start working I'd have no problem getting that kinda cash, it's 
just that parents won't allow a huge(>1 rack) machine in the house.

Thanks
Mike