Computers—the machines we think with by D. S. Halacy
"Computers—the Machines We Think With" by D. S. Halacy, Jr. is a scientific publication written in the early 1960s. The book explores the impact and rapid development of computers, discussing their applications in various fields like banking, industry, and scientific research. Halacy addresses the technology behind these machines and their potential to enhance human capabilities, portraying computers as integral to the modern age. At the start of the book, Halacy emphasizes the
vast capabilities of electronic computers, detailing how they perform millions of operations in mere seconds and facilitate tasks across many sectors, such as banking and military defense. The opening introduces various applications of computers and machinery in automating tasks, from complex calculations to managing logistics in industries. It also touches on the history of their evolution, hinting at both the promise and challenges of integrating computers into everyday life and societal structures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Halacy, D. S. (Daniel Stephen), 1919-2002 |
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| LoC No. | 62014564 |
| Title | Computers—the machines we think with |
| Original Publication | New York: Harper & Row, 1962. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 50.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Aaron Adrignola, Tim Lindell, Linda Cantoni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QA: Science: Mathematics |
| Subject | Computers -- Popular works |
| Subject | Electronic data processing -- Popular works |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 72572 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2024 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 3, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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