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People have always used devices to assist in computation. They can help in the collection, storage, or manipulation of data. Early computers used mechanical components to perform calculations. In the early 1800s, the first programmable computers were created. They were still limited in their capability, and relied heavily on people to do more complex computation. These people were referred to as computors due to their similar role. Many of these computors were women who were employed in commerce, government, military, and research establishments. The development of computing technology has expanded exponentially over the past 100 years. The development and modification of computing technology is driven by people’s needs and wants. Computing technologies influence, and are influenced by, cultural practices. |
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