retro-technology

The chapter follows Claire as she arrives at Tekserve, a bustling tech repair and job interview space steeped in both vintage and modern computing culture. It traces the origins and evolution of the Macintosh ecosystem and Tekserve's community-driven repair culture, while also exploring Claire's integration into this environment through mentorship and her reflections on her anarchist and punk past. The narrative highlights the emotional challenges of customer service, the collaborative workplace dynamics, and the intersection of technology, identity, and countercultural values.