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Sep 16, 1200
The basic idea of computing is created
In the 1200s a Moslem cleric suggested solving problems with a series of written procedures. -
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Joseph-Marie Jacquard creates a water powered loom
The loom weaves by reading punched holes stored on small sheets of hardwood. -
Charles Babbage creates differential engine
His machine was used by Ada Lovelace to translate a short story. His machine would later be copied by multiple people unaware of his work. -
Herman Hollerith invented data storage
Storage was useful and this technology was used in computers invented later on. -
Hewlett-Packard create Audio Oscillator
They invent the 200A Audio Oscillator. The B model is later used by Disney Pictures for the sound effects in Anastasia. -
Konrad Zuse finishes the first functional programmable computer
An early computer a German engineer invented in complete isolation from other developments. -
First personal computer
The first personal computer is marketed in kit form