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Author : Edwin Reilly
Publisher : Greenwood
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2003-08-30
Category : Computers
ISBN : UOM:39015059982747
Contains over 650 entries detailing the evolution of computing, including companies, machines, developments, inventions, parts, languages, and theories.
Author : Simson L Garfinkel,Rachel H. Grunspan
Publisher : Union Square + ORM
Page : 739 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2019-01-15
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781454926221
An illustrated journey through 250 milestones in computer science, from the ancient abacus to Boolean algebra, GPS, and social media. With 250 illustrated landmark inventions, publications, and events—encompassing everything from ancient record-keeping devices to the latest computing technologies—The Computer Book takes a chronological journey through the history and future of computer science. Two expert authors, with decades of experience working in computer research and innovation, explore topics including: the Sumerian abacus * the first spam message * Morse code * cryptography * early computers * Isaac Asimov’s laws of robotics * UNIX and early programming languages * movies * video games * mainframes * minis and micros * hacking * virtual reality * and more “What a delight! A fast trip through the computing landscape in the company of friendly tour guides who know the history.” —Harry Lewis, Gordon McKay Professor of Computer Science, Harvard University
Author : Herbert Bruderer
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 2072 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2021-01-04
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783030409746
This Third Edition is the first English-language edition of the award-winning Meilensteine der Rechentechnik; illustrated in full color throughout in two volumes. The Third Edition is devoted to both analog and digital computing devices, as well as the world's most magnificient historical automatons and select scientific instruments (employed in astronomy, surveying, time measurement, etc.). It also features detailed instructions for analog and digital mechanical calculating machines and instruments, and is the only such historical book with comprehensive technical glossaries of terms not found in print or in online dictionaries. The book also includes a very extensive bibliography based on the literature of numerous countries around the world. Meticulously researched, the author conducted a worldwide survey of science, technology and art museums with their main holdings of analog and digital calculating and computing machines and devices, historical automatons and selected scientific instruments in order to describe a broad range of masterful technical achievements. Also covering the history of mathematics and computer science, this work documents the cultural heritage of technology as well.
Author : Anthony Ralston,Edwin D. Reilly,David Hemmendinger
Publisher : Wiley
Page : 2064 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2003-08-29
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0470864125
The Encyclopedia of Computer Science is the definitive reference in computer science and technology. First published in 1976, it is still the only single volume to cover every major aspect of the field. Now in its Fourth Edition, this influential work provides an historical timeline highlighting the key breakthroughs in computer science and technology, as well as clear and concise explanations of the latest technology and its practical applications. Its unique blend of historical perspective, current knowledge and predicted future trends has earned it its richly deserved reputation as an unrivalled reference classic. What sets the Encyclopedia apart from other reference sources is the comprehensiveness of each of its entries. Encompassing far more than mere definitions, each article elaborates on a topic giving a remarkable breadth and depth of coverage. The visual impact of the volume is enhanced with a 16 page colour insert spotlighting advanced computer applications and computer-generated graphics technology. In addition, the text is enlivened with figures, tables, diagrams, illustrations and photographs. With contributions from over 300 international experts, the 4th Edition contains over 100 completely new articles ranging from artificial life to computer ethics, data mining to Java, mobile computing to quantum computing and software safety to the World Wide Web. In addition, each of the more than 600 articles have been extensively revised, expanded and updated to reflect the latest developments in computer science and technology. Intelligently and thoughtfully organised, all the articles are classified around 9 main themes Hardware Software Computer Systems Information and Data Mathematics of Computing Theory of Computation Methodologies Applications Computing Milieux Within each of these major headings are a wealth of articles that provide the reader with concise yet thorough coverage of the topic. In addition, cross-references are included at the beginning of each article, directing the reader immediately to related material. In addition the Encyclopedia contains useful appendices including: An expanded glossary of major terms in English, German, Spanish and Russian A revised list of abbreviations and acronyms An updated list of computer science and engineering research journals A list of articles from previous editions not included in the 4th edition A Name Index listing almost 3500 individuals cited in the text A comprehensive General Index with 7000 entries A chronology of significant milestones Computer Society & Academic Computer Science Department Listings Numerical Tables, Mathematical Notation and Units of Measure Highly-regarded as an essential resource for computer professionals, engineers, mathematicians, students and scientists, the Encyclopedia of Computer Science is a must-have reference for every college, university, business and high-school library.
Author : Vladimir Sukhomlin,Elena Zubareva
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2021-06-08
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783030782733
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 12th International Conference on Modern Information Technology and IT Education, held in Moscow, Russia, in November 2017. The 30 papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 126 submissions. The papers are organized according to the following topics: IT-education: methodology, methodological support; e-learning and IT in education; educational resources and best practices of IT-education; research and development in the field of new IT and their applications; scientific software in education and science; school education in computer science and ICT; economic informatics.
Author : Edwin D. Reilly
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 908 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2004-09-03
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0470090952
The Concise Encyclopedia of Computer Science has been adapted from the full Fourth Edition to meet the needs of students, teachers and professional computer users in science and industry. As an ideal desktop reference, it contains shorter versions of 60% of the articles found in the Fourth Edition, putting computer knowledge at your fingertips. Organised to work for you, it has several features that make it an invaluable and accessible reference. These include: Cross references to closely related articles to ensure that you don’t miss relevant information Appendices covering abbreviations and acronyms, notation and units, and a timeline of significant milestones in computing have been included to ensure that you get the most from the book. A comprehensive index containing article titles, names of persons cited, references to sub-categories and important words in general usage, guarantees that you can easily find the information you need. Classification of articles around the following nine main themes allows you to follow a self study regime in a particular area: Hardware Computer Systems Information and Data Software Mathematics of Computing Theory of Computation Methodologies Applications Computing Milieux. Presenting a wide ranging perspective on the key concepts and developments that define the discipline, the Concise Encyclopedia of Computer Science is a valuable reference for all computer users.
Author : James W. Cortada
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 462 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2023-01-09
Category : History
ISBN : 9781538173916
For over twenty years, James W. Cortada has pioneered research into how information shapes society. In this book he tells the story of how information evolved since the mid-nineteenth century. Cortada argues that information increased in quantity, became more specialized by discipline (e.g., mathematics, science, political science), and more organized. Information increased in volume due to a series of innovations, such as the electrification of communications and the development of computers, but also due to the organization of facts and knowledge by discipline, making it easier to manage and access. He looks at what major disciplines have done to shape the nature of modern information, devoting chapters to the most obvious ones. Cortada argues that understanding how some features of information evolved is useful for those who work in subjects that deal with their very construct and application, such as computer scientists and those exploring social media and, most recently, history. The Birth of Modern Facts builds on Cortada’s prior books examining how information became a central feature of modern society, most notably as a sequel to All the Facts: A History of Information in the United States since 1870 (OUP, 2016) and Building Blocks of Society: History, Information Ecosystems, and Infrastructures (R&L, 2021).
Author : Peter A. Freeman,W. Richards Adrion,William Aspray
Publisher : Morgan & Claypool
Page : 431 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2019-11-21
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781450372749
This organizational history relates the role of the National Science Foundation (NSF) in the development of modern computing. Drawing upon new and existing oral histories, extensive use of NSF documents, and the experience of two of the authors as senior managers, this book describes how NSF’s programmatic activities originated and evolved to become the primary source of funding for fundamental research in computing and information technologies. The book traces how NSF's support has provided facilities and education for computing usage by all scientific disciplines, aided in institution and professional community building, supported fundamental research in computer science and allied disciplines, and led the efforts to broaden participation in computing by all segments of society. Today, the research and infrastructure facilitated by NSF computing programs are significant economic drivers of American society and industry. For example, NSF supported work that led to the first widely-used web browser, Netscape; sponsored the creation of algorithms at the core of the Google search engine; facilitated the growth of the public Internet; and funded research on the scientific basis for countless other applications and technologies. NSF has advanced the development of human capital and ideas for future advances in computing and its applications. This account is the first comprehensive coverage of NSF's role in the extraordinary growth and expansion of modern computing and its use. It will appeal to historians of computing, policy makers and leaders in government and academia, and individuals interested in the history and development of computing and the NSF.
Author : Paola Bonizzoni,Vasco Brattka,Benedikt Löwe
Publisher : Springer
Page : 446 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2013-06-03
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783642390531
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 9th Conference on Computability in Europe, CiE 2013, held in Milan, Italy, in July 2013. The 48 revised papers presented together with 1 invited lecture and 2 tutorials were carefully reviewed and selected with an acceptance rate of under 31,7%. Both the conference series and the association promote the development of computability-related science, ranging over mathematics, computer science and applications in various natural and engineering sciences such as physics and biology, and also including the promotion of related non-scientific fields such as philosophy and history of computing.
Author : Gilles Kahn,Yves Bertot
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 595 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2009-09-24
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780521518253
Gilles Kahn was one of the most influential figures in the development of computer science and information technology, not only in Europe but throughout the world. This volume of articles by several leading computer scientists serves as a fitting memorial to Kahn's achievements and reflects the broad range of subjects to which he contributed through his scientific research and his work at INRIA, the French National Institute for Research in Computer Science and Control. The authors also reflect upon the future of computing: how it will develop as a subject in itself and how it will affect other disciplines, from biology and medical informatics, to web and networks in general. Its breadth of coverage, topicality, originality and depth of contribution, make this book a stimulating read for all those interested in the future development of information technology.
Author : Teodor Rus
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2015-03-19
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9789814663755
The author looks at the issues of how computing are used and taught, with a focus on embedding computers within problem solving process by making computer language part of natural language of the domain instead of embedding problem domain in the computer by programming. The book builds on previous editions of system software and software systems, concepts and methodology and develops a framework for software creation that supports domain-oriented problem solving process adapting Polya's four steps methodology for mathematical problem solving: Formalize the problem;Develop an algorithm to solve the problem;Perform the algorithm on the data characterizing the problem;Validate the solution. to the computer use for problem solving in any domain, including computer programming. Contents:Systems Methodology:Introduction to System SoftwareFormal SystemsAd Hoc SystemsCommon Systems in Software DevelopmentComputer Architecture and Functionality:Hardware SystemFunctional Behavior of Hardware ComponentsAlgorithmic Expression of a Hardware SystemUsing Computers to Solve ProblemsSoftware Tools Supporting Program Execution:Computer Process Manipulation by ProgramsMemory Management SystemI/O Device Management SystemComputation Activity and Its Management ToolsSoftware Tools Supporting Program Development:Problem Solving by Software ToolsWeb-Based Problem Solving ProcessSoftware Tool Development IllustrationSoftware Tools for Correct Program DevelopmentComputer Operation by Problem Solving Process:Using First Computers to Solve ProblemsBatch Operating SystemProblem of ProtectionTiming Program ExecutionEfficiency of Batch Operating SystemsConvenience of the BOSReal-Time Systems Readership: Student, general public and professional. Key Features:This is one of the few books in the market that promote programming as a problem solving process following Polya for mathematical problem solvingThis book consolidates the concepts of system methodology, computer architecture, system tools program execution into workflow of the four steps Polya problem solving processThis book insists to hold the hands of readers to walk through the internal working of a computer system from problem deposition to hardware state transitions, a view that has been lost in most computer science curricula currently taught in universities and collegesKeywords:Software Engineering;Programming Methodology;Computer Engineering
Author : Bonnie A. Osif
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 600 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2016-04-19
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781439850039
With the encroachment of the Internet into nearly all aspects of work and life, it seems as though information is everywhere. However, there is information and then there is correct, appropriate, and timely information. While we might love being able to turn to Wikipedia® for encyclopedia-like information or search Google® for the thousands of links on a topic, engineers need the best information, information that is evaluated, up-to-date, and complete. Accurate, vetted information is necessary when building new skyscrapers or developing new prosthetics for returning military veterans While the award-winning first edition of Using the Engineering Literature used a roadmap analogy, we now need a three-dimensional analysis reflecting the complex and dynamic nature of research in the information age. Using the Engineering Literature, Second Edition provides a guide to the wide range of resources available in all fields of engineering. This second edition has been thoroughly revised and features new sections on nanotechnology as well as green engineering. The information age has greatly impacted the way engineers find information. Engineers have an effect, directly and indirectly, on almost all aspects of our lives, and it is vital that they find the right information at the right time to create better products and processes. Comprehensive and up to date, with expert chapter authors, this book fills a gap in the literature, providing critical information in a user-friendly format.
Author : Brian Whitworth,Adnan Ahmad
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2014-05-01
Category : Information technology
ISBN : 8792964095
Hundreds of millions of people use social technologies like Wikipedia, Facebook and YouTube every day, but what makes them work? And what is the next step? The Social Design of Technical Systems explores the path from computing revolution to social evolution. Based on the assumption that it is essential to consider social as well as technological requirements, as we move to create the systems of the future, this book explores the ways in which technology fits, or fails to fit, into the social reality of the modern world. Important performance criteria for social systems, such as fairness, synergy, transparency, order and freedom, are clearly explained for the first time from within a comprehensive systems framework, making this book invaluable for anyone interested in socio-technical systems, especially those planning to build social software. This book reveals the social dilemmas that destroy communities, exposes the myth that computers are smart, analyses social errors like the credit meltdown, proposes online rights standards and suggests community-based business models. If you believe that our future depends on merging social virtue and technology power, you should read this book.
Author : Natalie Sappleton
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 409 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2013-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781466639195
"This book examines the applicability and usefulness of new technologies, as well as the pitfalls of these methods in academic research practices, serving as a practical guide for designing and conducting research projects"--Provided by publisher.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2016-07-04
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780128051689
Advances in Computers, an ongoing series since 1960, presents detailed coverage of innovations in computer hardware, software, theory, design, and applications. It has also provided contributors with a medium in which they can explore their subjects in greater depth and breadth than journal articles usually allow. As a result, many articles have become standard references and continue to be of significant, lasting value in this rapidly expanding field. Presents detailed coverage of recent innovations in computer hardware, software, theory, design, and applications Includes in-depth surveys and tutorials on new computer technology that pertain to computing, with topics such as combinatorial testing, constraint-based testing, and black-box testing Written by well-known authors and researchers in the field Includes extensive bibliographies with most chapters Presents volumes devoted to single themes or subfields of computer science