Tracing the story of computing from Babylonian counting boards to smartphones, this inspiring textbook provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of computing, together with discussion exercises to stimulate deeper ...

Providing a comprehensive introduction to the most significant events and concepts in the history of computing, the book embarks upon a journey from ancient Egypt to modern times; taking in mechanical calculators, early digital computers, ...

The book will also capture the interest of the motivated general reader.

This is essential reading for student and professional architects and designers interested in how the development of computers has influenced the way we think about, and design for, the built environment.

It has been upon the shoulders of giants that the modern world has been forged.

This engaging work provides a concise introduction to the exciting world of computing, encompassing the theory, technology, history, and societal impact of computer software and computing devices.

... introduction to the history of computing technologies and games, as well as an introduction to the creation of the history of computing and games. It is essential to provide the opportunity for the audience to use these objects. The ...

The text also highlights how software process improvement can achieve specific business goals to provide a tangible return on investment.

... introduction to the history of computing. The computing field is a vast area, and a comprehensive account of its history would require several volumes. The goals of this book are more modest, and it aims to give the reader a flavour of ...

In this volume, Matthew L. Jockers introduces readers to large-scale literary computing and the revolutionary potential of macroanalysis--a new approach to the study of the literary record designed for probing the digital-textual world as ...