Document Type
Book
Publication Date
2011
Publication Title
A Mini-History of Computing
Pages
64
Publisher Name
American Institute of Physics
Abstract
This book was produced by George K. Thiruvathukal for the American Institute of Physics to promote interest in the interdisciplinary publication, Computing in Science and Engineering. It accompanied a limited edition set of playing cards that is no longer available (except in PDF).
This book features a set of 54 significant computers by era/category, including ancient calculating instruments, pre-electronic mechanical calculators and computers, electronic era computers, and modern computing (minicomputers, maniframes, personal computers, devices, and gaming consoles).
Recommended Citation
George K. Thiruvathukal, A Mini-History of Computing, American Institute of Physics, College Park, MD, 2011.
Creative Commons License
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