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Computer Chronicles: From Stone to Silicon
1998
Did you know that the abacus, which was invented 5,000 years ago in China, is the forerunner of today's computers? How about this: the first electronic computer was programmed with punch cards. This site is a comprehensive timeline of events that have defined the computer revolution, the growth of personal computers, and ultimately, the Internet. Many historic photos of early computers may be found at this site. This resource is available in English and French.