Apple, the computer of "yesterday?" ... They invented the first Apple computer (1976, www.apple-history.com) the basis for all personal computers to come, the Apple I. ... Much like the people of today, the first testers of the computer did not take them seriously. ... (Apple I) One big mistake Apple made at the time was releasing the Apple III which at the time retailed any where from $4,000-$7,000 and had only minimal improvements over the Apple II series", causing it to be considered as one of the biggest bombs in Apple computer history. Apple'...

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Computer History The computer's history was started from a very long time ago about 200 years which at the birth of the abacus that made by wooden rack holding two horizontal wire beads string on them. ... The abacus made an idea for created a computer. Blaise Pascal was the one the credit for building the first digital computer. ... These were the one that computer was started with. Digital computer was started by John P. ...

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PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE OF COMPUTERS Computers are: FUN EXCITING EDUCATIONAL ENTERTAINING ______________________________________________________________________________ ~ PAST ~ "Using Technology in the Classroom" taught me about the history of computers. ... The next wave of computers to come around was the first generation of computers. ... The next wave of computers was the Second Generation of Computers. ... The next wave of computers was the Third Generation of Computers. ... The next wave of computers is the Fourth Generatio...

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The History of Computer Programming: Computers began in 1822 with Charles Babbage's invention of the difference engine. This was in fact the first mechanical computer ever; it could perform simple calculations and executed these tasks by changing gears for different operations... " The earliest form of a computer language was physical motion." In 1945, John Von Neumann who worked for the Institute for Advanced Study devised two important concepts that helped sculpt the future of computer programming. The first point he made became known as "Shared-Program Technique", it stated...

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In this report, you"ll about the components and history regarding the computer. ... Lets talk about the essential parts of the computer. ... Ram is the physical memory of a computer. ... ENIAC stood for Electronic Numerical Integrator And Computer, the first large-scale, general purpose, digital computer. ... In the 60s, computers were very expensive, only industries and private computers had them. ...

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The computer is defined as any programmable electronic device that can store, retrieve, and process data. ... Computers have increasingly advanced their technology over the years. ... The history of computers can basically be broken down into seven time frames beginning with the Mechanical Era and continuing through the Sixth Generation Computers. ... Thus, showing the evolution and history of the computer. ... In fact, in 1973 a judge ruled the ABC as the first automatic digital computer. ...

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Computer Science Computer Science is an exciting field which requires dedication and hard work. ... eassay on computer science: Computer science is one of the fastest growing career fields in modern history. ... Either way the computer companys always win. ... One reason the computer industry is so promising is that virtually every industry in the world depends on computers to operate. ... Computer games have added to the development of computer science in recent years. ...

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Computers and Education Computers, once unheard of, are now found in almost every household in the United States. ... Businesses are based around the computer. ... As someone once said "computers are the wave of the future." When I was in elementary school computers were just starting to make their integration into the classroom, and they were in effective in helping to teach me about a variety of different things from history of U.S.A. to how to type. ... I still remember the first time I used a computer, in second grade. ...

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Computers and Algorithmic Music The recent development of computer technology has changed our society in many ways. The use of computers in music is one example. ... Notable milestones in the history of computer composed music include the Illiac Suite, the music of Xenakis, and Experiments in Musical Intelligence by David Cope. ... There is however one limitation to computer composed music. ... With the advent of computers came the use of the computer in algorithmic composition. ...

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Computer Hacking Hacking, although known mostly for it's negative effects has also been a major help in our advancements in the computer industry. ... The recent increase in Computer crime could very well be a result of the continuing rise in modern day computer dependency. ... Computer Crimes challenges the very premise of trustworthiness, and Computer criminals are members of a disorganized army of volunteer systems analysts who inadvertently demonstrate the vulnerabilities of our computer systems (BloomBecker 7). ... Day, which resulted in law enforcement launching a national crackdo...

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We usually think that Internet is what gives is the capability to view documents on our computer from another part of the world, but that is not entirely true. It is true that the internet connects all the computers around the world in a form of a network and gives us the capability to view these documents, but the internet needs the World Wide Web (WWW) so it can show us the documents. ... Before the WWW when the internet was born for the use of file sharing information between researchers, they had to use many different computer programs to view the information they needed (Nelson 5). Today ...

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My new computer was here. Well, the parts for my new computer were here, anyway. ... I remember seeing a TRS-80 computer at Radio Shack. ... The Apple was the first computer on which I learned to program. ... My fascination with computers and technology is still there, along with a certain degree of personal satisfaction when you build a computer from scratch. ...

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In order to understand what is going on in the trial, you need to know the history of Microsoft. Without knowing the history of Microsoft, there would be no way of forming an accurate opinion of whether Microsoft should be broken up or not. ... Microsoft then licensed BASIC to other companies, such as Apple Computer, Commodore, and Tandy Corporation. ... That move made MS-DOS the standard operating system for personal computers and skyrocketed Microsoft's growth. ... Also in 1990, Microsoft became the first personal-computer software company to record $1 billion in annual sales. ...

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The History of The Personal Computer The personal computer, better known as the PC, is a tool that has revolutionalized the way business" and individuals interact, communicate, and live their everyday lives. ... However, computers have not always been this way. ... This gave the user of the computer a program to help them run their system, but the CP/M was not guaranteed for files to be compatible to be shared with other computers. ... Up to this point the computer had caught many people's attention, but it was two major events in 1981 that took the computer into its popularity b...

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But Gates was not the only computer-crazed kid at Lakeside. ... Seven years later, the two classmates would form Microsoft, the most successful start up company in the history of American Business" (Wallace & Erickson, 21). ... Since then Gates has never looked back, and it could unquestionably be argued that Microsoft has grown larger and more fierce than any other company in the history of our country. ... "Eight out of every ten computers now in use are driven by Microsoft Corp.'... If you're in the computer business, sooner or later you'll need Microsoft....

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COMPUTERS Could one imagine what the world would be like today without computers? ... Computers were actually developed in early history. ... From there the computer industry exploded. Now computers have changed many aspects of life. Computers have had a major effect upon business. ...

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The history of data communications The history of data communications dates back to prehistoric cavemen. ... This essay will inform the reader about the history of data communications from the nineteenth century to the present. ... Two years later in forty-six the first programmable computer, called the ENIAC computer, was introduced. ... That same year the first commercial computer was sold to the U.S.bureau of the census. ... The Internet was started in eighty-three, connecting people worldwide by computers. ...

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According to the website www.dictionary.com the definition of the term "computer virus- is as follows "A computer program that is designed to replicate itself by copying itself into the other programs stored in a computer. ... When asked, just about any computer user can demonstrate at least a little knowledge in regards to computer viruses. ... The purpose of this paper is to give a brief history of computer viruses and inform of the different kinds of viruses which we as computer users need to look out for, and determine what is currently being done to prevent more computer virus spreads. ...

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The competition in the computer industry has forced its own economic evolution through leadership, innovation, desire of wealth, and the willingness to do whatever it takes to be number one at the end of the day. ... "(207) This worked for a long time throughout history, but by no means would it generate the dividends provided by the new leadership. ... With personal computers as a fledgling new industry, there were much fewer people to choose from with the talent required for the creation of computer software and hardware. ... Microsoft rounded out the talent pool working to create a progr...

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Music and computer technology Music may be defined as the art of organizing tones into meaningful patterns of sound.Music is one the oldest of the arts.No civiliazation or society in man's history has been without some form of music.How did music begin?... As we entered the millenium so did our music.The entire field of music has experienced dramatic changes.Although music has many types,pop music with the help of computer technology is the one that everybody listens the most. ... Computer technology has become a significant part of life.Indeed there is no de...

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If history repeats itself, the same thing will happen with the computer. As computer prices continue to drop, more people are buying computers. ... The rest of this essay will cover the basics on how to choose a computer for the home. ... The Central Processing Unit is the brain of the computer. ... Choosing a computer to be used at home can be a daunting task. ...

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In many other schools, no students at all chose history. ... Consequently, to save time, children do not pay enough attention or even ignore History. ... A report written in 2014 by the Open University on applying technology in the classroom stated that students can benefit from purposeful use of computers in the classroom after observing in some development countries. ... Another effective method to awaken students' curiosity in History is to have a televised game-show for young people to encourage them to explore not only the history and culture of the country. ... However, there are ...

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Today, we are in what is considered the third generation of computers. ... "From the educators' perspective, this technology is making today's kids the most demanding and challenging students in history."" ... "Hacking: "Slang word for a computer enthusiast. One who breaks into the computer system of a company or government... Unfortunately, computer hackers in today's world are becoming more intelligent. ...

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In Canadian history, we found ourselves always changing, constantly molding. ... All of these examples had an effect for the worst of history. ... Say a computer manufacturer company made computers that are worth one thousand dollars. ... Well then he would have to increase the price of the computers, to maybe two thousand dollars. ... Those 3 examples are just a few of history's changes. ...

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In this day and age, technology undoubtedly plays a pivotal role, thanks to the contributions of some of the great minds in history. ... However, in my humble opinion, I would say that the smartphone was the greatest and most influential invention in mankind's history for the following reasons. ... For instance, before the smartphone was introduced to the masses, people had no choice but to turn on their computers to indulge in all that the Internet has to offer. ... Gadgets like the television, mp3 player, camera, and computer have all touched our lives in more than one way. ... Therefo...

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