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__**mn.retrogamer**__ is a focused, technology-driven organization of retro gaming enthusiasts with a passion for video game emulation, open source software, open source hardware hacking, open knowledge, the Internet of Things, robotics, and automation.

  - we strive to preserve, explore, document, improve & celebrate gaming platforms of the past using video game emulation.
  - we shall observe & promote anti-addictive, anti-violent, & anti-profanity gaming options.
  - we provide all members with the tools & training necessary to become active, social, contributing members of the group.
  - we shall celebrate **__open knowledge__** through development & administration of a [[:start|public, long-term Wiki]] surrounding our areas of interest.
  - we shall celebrate private cloud storage through development & administration of a [[https://cloud.mnretrogamer.com|private, long-term NextCloud]] to centralize & protect all group data.
  - we shall learn, build, play, & modify in the sandbox through development & administration of a privately hosted, long-term Minecraft server infrastructure that will have server configurations for different play styles & objectives.
  - we shall learn, build, & embrace the Internet of Things as the future methodology for hands-free environmental monitoring, action & reaction.
  - we shall learn, build, & embrace single-board computing & hardware hacking in all shapes, sizes & forms to encourage learning & creativity.
  - we shall learn & explore software [ROM] hacking & enhancements to fully understand & embrace the true intention of the creator.
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