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Von Neumann architecture
An early computer design with flaws. The design never truly came into thoughts as none were built -
ENIAC
The first “real” computer was made. Thought using binary code. -
High Level Programming language
A more complex language involving arrays, loops, threads, etc. This allowed for more complex programs using more functions to be made. -
Apple
A computer company that rivals Microsoft. They not only do computers, but now specialize in most electronics such as phones with their I phone. -
CRAY-1
A supercomputer that was made by CRAY research -
First Electronic Spreadsheet
A program used by organization -
PC
– A personal computer used for many reasons. Anyone could have one if bought and could be used for any purpose -
UNIX operarting system
A multi user operating system that is being based off of in modern day operating systems. Is used today in Apple’s new OS, the Mac OS X -
Windows
A operating system developed by Windows -
Holes in Cards
A card that has indents on the surface. Used in analytical machines of its time. -
The analytical machine
An early computer that responded to punch cards. Did not talk like ours do today with binary code. -
UNIVAC
A universal automatic computer used in large companies. Also known as a mainframe computer of its time. -
Altair
An early, microcomputer that started the PC craze. Based on Intel’s 8080 CPU, this machine could be ordered only through mail. -
Abacus
Calculating tool used primarily in parts of Asia for performing arithmetic processes.
