The Computer Chronicles

145–192 of 624 films, free to watch, from the world's open archives.

Where these films come from, and who sees what

Every film here plays from the archive that keeps it: the Internet Archive, Wikimedia Commons, the NASA Image and Video Library, the Library of Congress and Open Images (the Netherlands Institute for Sound and Vision). Nothing is copied to this site. Each film's page names its archive, links to its page there, and states its licence or status as the archive does.

Archive films carry no age ratings, so each is placed from the collections it sits in and the subjects the archive gives it, cautiously. Sexual content and nudity are left out altogether.

Little OnesFilms for young children by name: nursery rhymes, lullabies, preschool.
KidsCartoons and animation, children's and family films, and educational films, unless they deal with war, propaganda, crime, horror or drugs, or carry racial caricature.
TweensDocumentaries, science, nature and space, classic comedies, newsreels, commercials and lectures.
TeensEverything else, including anything we cannot tell about; war, crime, horror and westerns go no lower.
AdultSexual themes (such as the old "sex hygiene" films), gore, surgery, slaughter, atrocity footage.
Internet Archive Laptops 1989 · TV · Subtitles A review of the latest portable computer technology focusing on new batteries, color, faster processors, larger hard drives and backlit displays. Guests:… Internet Archive Foreign Language Software 1994 · TV · 26 h · Subtitles Markets are going global but schools are cutting back on foreign language instruction. The answer - foreign language software. This program reviews several… Internet Archive Second Hand Computers 1986 · TV · Subtitles A look at the used computer market at who is selling them, who is buying them and what the risks and benefits are. Guests: J. Mark Crouch, Interstate Computer… Internet Archive Slowdown in Silicon Valley #1 1985 · TV · Subtitles A review of the reasons behind the current slump in the computer business. Guests: Dave Crockett, Dataquest; Sam Colella, Inst Venture Partners; Deborah Wise,… Internet Archive Interactive Music TV · Subtitles Computers and the digital revolution forever changed the world of music. This program looks at several new approaches to creating and sharing music.… Internet Archive On-Line Databases #2 1987 · TV · Subtitles Second part of a series on information retrieval looking at specialized services such as Bix, Dialog, QuantumLink and NewsNet. Guests: Dick Kollin, Telebase… Internet Archive Viruses 1989 · TV · Subtitles Viruses are spreading to personal computers and causing havoc to individuals and businesses. A look at how to prevent viruses from destroying your system.… Internet Archive Business Applications Part 2 1987 · TV · Subtitles Part two of a series on business applications, this time focusing on spreadsheets. Guests: Larry Gross, Lotus Development; Sam Savage, General Optimization;… Internet Archive Utilities 1986 · TV · Subtitles PC utiltities, file manipulators, disk managers, DOS aids, and other PC tools. Guests: Ed Tolson, SoftLogic Solutions; Dale Sinor, Executive Systems; Karen… Internet Archive Business Applications 1985 · TV · Subtitles A review of the current offerings in word processors, spreadsheets, and database managers. Guests: Lewis Levin, Micropro; Alan Ashton, Satellite Software; Lex… Internet Archive Greatest Games 1996 · TV · Subtitles A review of the best new computer games of the year. Demonstrations include The Neverhood from DreamWorks Interactive, Shattered Steel from Interplay, Tomb… Internet Archive Computer Bowl X - Part 1 1998 · TV · 28 h 46 min · Subtitles East meets West in this classic quiz show about computer trivia. East coast team: Seth Godin, Walt Mossberg, Ken Wasch, Mike Zisman, and Robert Ziff. West… Internet Archive Comdex 1986 1986 · TV · Subtitles A review of the newest hardware and software as exhibited at the annual fall Comdex show in Las Vegas. Guests: Hal Glatzer, Software News; Tim Bajarin,… Internet Archive Font City 1991 · TV · Subtitles The advent of desktop publishing software got people thinking about fonts and the endless choice of ways to present text on a computer. This program looks at… Internet Archive Desktop Publishing #2 1987 · TV · Subtitles Second part of this series on desktop publishing looking at software applications for DOS based computers. Guests: Richard Amen, Dest Corporation; John Meyer,… Internet Archive Careers in Computing 1986 · TV · Subtitles A look at the job opportunities and requirements in the fast growing computer field. Guests: Gary Kildall, Digital Research; John Podkomorski, Hewlett… Internet Archive Security and Viruses 2001 · TV · Subtitles Just the thought of a possible computer virus is enough to chill any computer user. Meet the people at the front lines in the war against the malicious… Internet Archive Best of Comdex 1997 1998 · TV · 28 h 31 min · Subtitles A review of new products introduced at the annual Comdex trade show in Las Vegas. Featured products include HP LaserJet 4000 printer, the Cyberstik virtual… Internet Archive Computers & the Media 1985 · TV · Subtitles From newsrooms to sports arenas, computers have invaded the media. Guests: Ray Douglas, USA Today; Rodney Stock, Computer Arts Inst; Dave Patton, Prism Arts… Internet Archive Home Networking 2001 · TV · Subtitles As you buy faster PCs, you may be keeping your old PC for someone else in the family. But rather than buy a separate modem or printer, you can easily network… Internet Archive Computer Crime 1999 · TV · Subtitles Is your PC safe from crime? Whether it's a computer virus via email, hackers breaking into your web site, or you using your credit card to buy something… Internet Archive Creating Your Own Website 2001 · TV · Subtitles We tell you the tools and the software needed so you can claim your spot on the Internet. From importing pictures to your site to advertising to help pay for… Internet Archive Guide to Macros 1986 · TV · Subtitles A user's guide to macros - automated sequences of commands for spreadsheets, word processors, and database programs. Guests: Lynne Hughes, McDonell Douglas;… Internet Archive CD ROMs TV · Subtitles The advent of CD-ROM storage changed the way people used personal computers and opened up a whole new range of software applications. This program looks at… Internet Archive Computers & Politics 1985 1985 · TV · Subtitles A look at how computers are changing the political process including campaign management, voter profiling, fundraising, and grass roots organizing. Produced… Internet Archive Windows Apps TV · Subtitles With the advent of Windows 1.0, software vendors came out with new programs to take advantage of the new GUI operating system. This program demonstrates… Internet Archive Women in Computing 1985 · TV · Subtitles Meet the top women in a field that has traditionally been dominated by men. Guests: Thelma Estrin, UCLA; Judy Estrin, Bridge Communications; Kay Gilliland,… Internet Archive Web Radio 1999 · TV · 27 h 1 min · Subtitles The Internet is changing the world of radio as thousands of radio stations around the world go on line. This program reviews the latest in web radio,… Internet Archive Screen Savers & Wallpaper - Arabic TV · Subtitles Arabic subtitled version of this program. New color monitors created a market for whimsical add-ons like screen savers and wallpaper. Covered in this program… Internet Archive Consumer Buyers Guide 1990 1990 · TV · Subtitles A guide to cool new high tech gifts for the holiday season. Featured are product recommendations from Jan Lewis, Paul Schindler, Chris Barr, Andrew Eisner,… Internet Archive Battle of the Browsers 1998 · TV · 28 h 16 min · Subtitles Netscape and Microsoft go at it to dominate the Internet browser world. A look at Netscape Communicator 4.0, Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0, Real Networks… Internet Archive Add-on Boards TV · Subtitles In the early days of PCs, you had to know how to open up the box and add the functionality you really wanted when you bought the computer. This program looks… Internet Archive Green PCs - Arabic TV · Subtitles Arabic subtitled version of this program. In 1992 the EPA launched the Energy Star Computer Program to encourage the production of environmentally friendly… Internet Archive Optical Storage Devices 1985 · TV · Subtitles A look at the newest mass storage devices including the compact disc ROM. Guests: Tim Oren, Activenture; Fred Lloyd, Information Storage; Bob Kalthoff,… Internet Archive Learning On A Computer - Arabic TV · Subtitles Arabic subtitled version of this program. Personal computers have become a major component of modern educational systems. This program looks at some of the… Internet Archive Smart TV 1995 · TV · 25 h 53 min · Subtitles Convergence was the buzz word of 1995 as analysts predicted the computer and the television set would merge into one box. One aspect of this convergence was… Internet Archive Computer Bowl III Part 1 1991 · TV · Subtitles The third annual Computer Bowl with East coast geeks up against West coast nerds to see who knows more about computer trivia. West coast team: Philippe Kahn,… Internet Archive Best of Comdex Spring 1999 1999 · TV · 28 h 16 min · Subtitles A look at the best new products introduced at Spring Comdex. Demonstrations include the Cyrix WebPad, Instant Language 2000, the C-Pen, Avid Cinema for… Internet Archive CD-ROM Software 1992 · TV · Subtitles The introduction of CD-ROMS enabled a whole new era of more robust software applications. This program looks at several examples including Educorp's… Internet Archive Comdex 1988 1988 · TV · Subtitles Complete coverage of the country's largest computer trade show, from Las Vegas. Guests: Jeong Hun Lee, KCIHenry Herrera, Glorious Union; Timothy Rowe,… Internet Archive Desktop Video 1998 1998 · TV · 27 h 46 min · Subtitles A review of some of the early hardware and software products for desktop video. Demonstrations include Sony's DS250 digital video camera, VideoBrush Panorama,… Internet Archive Computer Bowl VI Part 1 1994 · TV · 25 h 58 min · Subtitles The sixth annual Computer Bowl contest pitting East coast techies against West coast nerds to see who knows more about computer trivia. West coast team: Bill… Internet Archive Input Devices 1990 · TV · Subtitles While we now take a computer mouse for granted, fifteen years ago there was still a debate about what would be the ultimate pointing device. This program… Internet Archive Computers and Gambling 1987 · TV · Subtitles Lotteries, exotic horse racing bets and high-tech slot machines are all made possible by new computer technology. Guests: Robin Cobbey, Computer Sports World;… Internet Archive Computers & Medicine 1985 · TV · Subtitles Doctors are turning to computers for medical research, diagnosis and clinic management. Guests: Gary Kildall, Digital Research; Dr. Ben Honigman, U of… Internet Archive Software Secrets 1999 · TV · 25 h 46 min · Subtitles Most software users only take advantage of a small percentage of the features in software packages. This program looks at some of the hidden powers of popular… Internet Archive Local Area Networks: IBM Compatibles 1987 · TV · Subtitles It didn't take long after the introduction of personal computers for users to want to network their PCs and share files and peripherals. This program looks at… Internet Archive Computer Bowl II Part 2 1990 · TV · Subtitles The conclusion of the second annual Computer Bowl with East meeting West for the title of Master of Computer Trivia. West coast team: John Doerr, Bill Gates,…