373: Microsoft Memories with Dave Plummer - The Retro Hour EP373
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In this episode, we chat with former Microsoft engineer-turned YouTuber, Dave Plummer, who played a crucial role in developing iconic software like the Windows Task Manager, 3D Pinball Space Cadet, and the peculiar story of how he sneaked Microsoft BOB into every copy of Windows XP!

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Final Fantasy pixel remasters come to consoles: https://bit.ly/3MD5gbX) Play the OG Tetris in your browser: https://bit.ly/43uynnK) Giant Donkey Kong game: https://bit.ly/3GFwf2J) Chat GPT on MS-DOS: https://bit.ly/401vBU4) Zelda for the Amstrad CPC: https://bit.ly/3oayG74)