A Brief History of Computers

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A Brief History of Computers Prepared by Matt Maurer Butler University

In the beginning… We have been computing virtually for ever                                                   In the beginning… We have been computing virtually for ever Counting stones can be considered one of the earliest “computers”

Blaise Pascal’s Calculator Introduced in 1642 Simple calculations Precursor to many future devices

Charles Babbage’s Difference Engine Mechanical Calculator Developed in 1821 Never successfully produced in Babbage’s lifetime

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