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Could Teletype Model 33 ASR console work on a desktop, without the dedicated stand?

The Teletype Model 33 ASR console did not work on a standard, flat desk. That is why they were always seen in installations with the metal stand. Of course, in theory it would always be possible to ...
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Could Teletype Model 33 ASR console work on a desktop, without the dedicated stand?

Could Teletype Model 33 ASR console work on a desktop, without the dedicated stand? Yes, that was the most common version. But for some reason the fashion shifted and most hard-copy terminals in the ...
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Could Teletype Model 33 ASR console work on a desktop, without the dedicated stand?

Yes. At my university, the undergrad computing lab had rows of tables with ASR33 and KSR33 teletypes, with the latter probably being in the majority. I dispute the 'most' part of the question. I'd ...
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