1. A Brief History of Computers
Prepared by Matt Maurer
Butler University

2. 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”

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

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