Computers—the machines we think with by D. S. Halacy

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Author Halacy, D. S. (Daniel Stephen), 1919-2002
LoC No. 62014564
Title Computers—the machines we think with
Original Publication New York: Harper & Row, 1962.
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.)
Summary "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.)
Language English
LoC Class QA: Science: Mathematics
Subject Computers -- Popular works
Subject Electronic data processing -- Popular works
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EBook-No. 72572
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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