Mechanical computer
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| − | An analog [[Computing Device]] using levers and gears to perform mathematics. [[IBM]] was one of the pioneers in this field, providing a solution for the tedious job of calculating using [[Paper]] or a [[Mnemonic Device]]. | + | An analog [[Computing Device]] using levers and gears to perform mathematics. [[IBM]] was one of the pioneers in this field in the early 1900's, providing a solution for the tedious job of calculating using [[Paper]] or a [[Mnemonic Device]]. |
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Revision as of 00:32, 7 November 2012
An analog Computing Device using levers and gears to perform mathematics. IBM was one of the pioneers in this field in the early 1900's, providing a solution for the tedious job of calculating using Paper or a Mnemonic Device.
