OT - Is this computer for real?

[James Knott]

pking123-rieW9WUcm8FFJ04o6PK0Fg at public.gmane.org wrote:
> Check out the computer shown on some graphics I found at:
>      http://alimantarus.net/ComputerGiqueChic (my web site)
> 
> I was wondering if anyone knew if this computer was for real (namely
> the keyboard and monitor) and who makes it? The keyboard and monitor
> are see-through glass. If such a thing exists, is the monitor 
> actually in color? Is the monitor any good (fast)?
> 
> Curious. I just saw some pictures of these and wondered about it. I
> understand that they can make see-through LCD clocks nowadays, but 
> you don't expect or need fast components in household clocks.
> 
> I cropped out the model (a too-serious looking businessman who didn't 
> look as if he was actually using the computer).

I couldn't see that stuff, because I couldn't get to that web site.
However, one thing to consider about those computers etc., in clear
plastic or glass cases is that they might not be legal, due to lack of
shielding.  A computer requires a shield around it, to prevent
interference to radio etc.
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