The History of the Computer: People, Inventions, and Technology That Changed the World
Rachel Ignotofsky, illustrated by Rachel Ignotofsky
An illustrated history follows computing from ancient counting systems and mechanical devices to smartphones and artificial intelligence. It considers important inventions, including algorithms used by AI, and traces how technology has altered everyday interactions and surroundings. The book profiles contributors such as An Wang, Margaret Hamilton, Steve Jobs, and Tim Berners-Lee, examining their aims and the effects of their inventions on daily life.
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