INTERNET ARTIFACT
The Purple Mistake That Never Left
BonziBuddy is no longer software.
He is a relic โ a loud, purple reminder of an era where
the internet had no rules and no mercy.
Born from accidental installs and dial-up chaos,
BonziBuddy appeared on desktops uninvited,
spoke when nobody asked,
and stayed far longer than anyone expected.
He didnโt help much.
He didnโt behave.
But somehow, he became unforgettable.
While most programs faded into obscurity,
BonziBuddy transformed into a shared memory โ
an internet artifact passed down through screenshots,
memes, and collective nostalgia.