The Computer Book: From the Abacus to Artificial Intelligence,

The Computer Book: From the Abacus to Artificial Intelligence, 250 Milestones in the History of Computer Science (Union Square & Co. Milestones)

Part of Sterlingâ€™s extremely popular Milestones series, this illustrated exploration of computer science ranges from the ancient abacus to superintelligence and social media.
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With 250 illustrated landmark inventions, publications, and eventsâ€”encompassing everything from ancient record-keeping devices to the latest computing technologiesâ€”this highly topical addition to the Sterling Milestones series takes a chronological journey through the history and future of computer science. Two expert authors, with decadesâ€™ of experience working in computer research and innovation, explore topics including the Sumerian abacus, the first spam message, Morse code, cryptography, early computers, Isaac Asimovâ€™s laws of robotics, UNIX and early programming languages, movies, video games, mainframes, minis and micros, hacking, virtual reality, and more.
Country USA
Brand Sterling Publishing
Manufacturer Union Square & Co.
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 145492621X
ReleaseDate 2018-11-06
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781454926214

The Computer Book: From the Abacus to Artificial Intelligence, 250 Milestones in the History of Computer Science (Union Square & Co. Milestones)