Link

Link was an Italian magazine dedicated to telecommunications, information technology, and emerging digital trends, primarily active during the late 1980s and into the 1990s. It served as a bridge between professional IT operators, enthusiasts, and companies looking to understand and adopt the rapidly evolving landscape of digital communication.

Focusing on topics such as data transmission, computer networking, telematics, and early internet technologies, Link positioned itself as a forward-looking publication at a time when digital connectivity was beginning to transform both the workplace and daily life. Each issue featured technical articles, hardware and software reviews, modem and ISDN equipment testing, and tutorials on setting up BBS systems, email gateways, and networking protocols like TCP/IP and X.25.

The magazine also addressed business applications and regulatory topics, including telecommunications policies and European data exchange standards. A significant portion was dedicated to practical implementation guides—helping readers build small LANs, connect to online services, and explore the capabilities of early personal computing networks.

Link had a clean, professional style, balancing technical depth with accessibility. It played a key role in educating Italy’s tech community during a time of rapid innovation and connectivity, marking an important chapter in the country’s digital transformation.