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First computer was by Charles Babbage
The first mechanical computer, created by Charles Babbage in 1822, doesn't really resemble what most would consider a computer today. Therefore, this document has been created with a listing of each of the computer firsts, starting with the Difference Engine and leading up to the computers we use today. -
Charles Babbage
Born: December 26, 1791, London, United Kingdom
Died: October 18, 1871, Marylebone, United Kingdom
Spouse: Georgiana Whitmore (m. 1814–1827)
Children: Benjamin Herschel Babbage, Henry Prevost, More
Education: University of Cambridge, Peterhouse, Cambridge, Trinity College, Cambridge. -
Computers
A computer is a device that can be instructed to carry out an arbitrary set of arithmetic or logical operations automatically. The ability of computers to follow a sequence of operations, called a program, make computers very flexible and useful.The Analytical Engine was a mechanical computer that can solve any mathematical problem. It uses punch-cards similar to those used by the Jacquard loom and can perform simple conditional operations. -
Oldest Computer
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In fact, the world's oldest computer is a 2,000-year-old astronomical calculator created by the ancient Greeks, called the Antikythera Mechanism. Discovered more than a century ago by sponge divers at the bottom of the ocean, the Antikythera Mechanism was a source of mystery for many years. -
First Electric Computer
The first electric computer is created by Hideo Yamachito in Japan. This is important because it is really the start of computers, and what gives us a jumpstart into creaitng them. -
Modern Computers
According to the Goodwill Community Foundation, a modern computer is an electronic device that has the ability to store, retrieve and process data. Modern computers can perform tasks such as word processing, web browsing and database management. -
Computers Today
Computer document programs allow people to prepare typed memos, statements and letters. Businesses use software programs to carry out business activities on their computers.
People also use computers to conduct research using the World Wide Web. Business representatives conduct research for use in preparing statistical analysis, reports and marketing materials. Users can go directly to sites or enter search phrases in a search engine.
