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Introduction to the Computer History

Directions:

1. Type your name and the date above.

2. Read each question carefully and answer the questions in complete sentences by typing directly into this document.

3. Use the spell checker when you have completely answered all questions. Spelling and punctuation and grammar will count toward your grade.

IMPORTANT:

WHEN YOU NEED TO STOP AND/OR COMPLETE THIS ASSIGNMENT, SAVE THE DOCUMENT IN THE S412 SHARE DRIVE UNDER COMPUTER SCIENCE IN YOUR FOLDER USING THE FOLLOWING FORMAT – LastnameFirstnameComputerHistory.

Answer the questions while conducting your research on the internet:

What is your definition of a computer? This is your own definition, not the definition from .

Who are important people in the development of computers? Find pictures of at least 5 famous computer scientists/inventors (at least 2 women). Copy, paste and label their pictures below along with a brief description of their accomplishments.

Find important events in each of the following areas:

A pre-electronic computer (before 1930’s) event

A new invention/idea during World War II

A new development or invention/idea in the 1960’s

A new development or invention/idea in the 1970’s

A new development or invention/idea in the 1980’s

A new development or invention/idea in the 1990’s and beyond

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