Why use an acorn?
Acorns, as mentioned above are cheap. Network cards are available for them, they can be networked using coaxial cable in a BUS. I haven’t checked if UTP cable can be used, but I believe it can be. I have written software enabling an Acorn computer to access shared PC files if they are on the same network, while still preserving all of the original security settings. I have also writen software that will enable an Acorn to load all of the necessary files required for booting up off a PC, meaning only a boot disk is required. An advantage of using Acorns over PC’s is that they have TV out. What’s more is that the TV out does not require a Scart socket or similar because it includes its own RF modulator. And of course, the Acorn has a Serial port, meaning it can be connected to an X10 interface such as the CM12U. Unfortunately, a disadvantage of the Acorn is that it does not have a PS/2 mouse, meaning it cannot be used with some of the remote controlled mice available, however various alt
