In 1983, writer and computer whizz Steven K. Roberts began his multi-year Computing Across America quest, which would eventually be the basis of a book of the same name. Armed with his recumbent Winnebiko pedal-powered vehicle, solar panels, and the best early 80s portable tech he could lay his hands on, Roberts’ journey lasted about 17 months. On the way, he traversed 17,000 miles of the U.S. while staying productive and keeping in touch with clients and publishers.
In many ways, Roberts was the…

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