Calculation and Computation in the Pre-electronic Era

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The book explores the crucial role of computing technology in enabling and sustaining the Industrial Revolution, challenging the notion that early computing history is insignificant. It provides a detailed examination of key developments in computing from the mechanical and electrical ages, illustrating how these advancements laid the groundwork for modern electronic computing. Through a historiographical assessment, it highlights the continuous evolution of computing that has shaped contemporary technology.