The History of Computers
Do you know that computers were only invented within the past 100 years? And that the smartphone was only recently invented, in the mid-1990s? Yet today, computers and other devices are everywhere in our lives—in classrooms, homes, and public places. From the first calculating machines made of cogs and wheels during the 1640s to virtual reality headsets such as Oculus Rift, this book charts the incredible history of computers.
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The History of Computers
Do you know that computers were only invented within the past 100 years? And that the smartphone was only recently invented, in the mid-1990s? Yet today, computers and other devices are everywhere in our lives—in classrooms, homes, and public places. From the first calculating machines made of cogs and wheels during the 1640s to virtual reality headsets such as Oculus Rift, this book charts the incredible history of computers.
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The History of Computers

The History of Computers

by Chris Oxlade
The History of Computers

The History of Computers

by Chris Oxlade

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Overview

Do you know that computers were only invented within the past 100 years? And that the smartphone was only recently invented, in the mid-1990s? Yet today, computers and other devices are everywhere in our lives—in classrooms, homes, and public places. From the first calculating machines made of cogs and wheels during the 1640s to virtual reality headsets such as Oculus Rift, this book charts the incredible history of computers.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781484640371
Publisher: Capstone
Publication date: 08/01/2017
Series: The History of Technology
Pages: 32
Product dimensions: 7.70(w) x 8.70(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile: NC710L (what's this?)
Age Range: 6 - 8 Years

About the Author

Chris Oxlade is an experienced author of non-fiction books for children. He has written more than 200 titles on science, technology, sports and hobbies, from encyclopedia articles to fun activity books.

Table of Contents

Computers then and now — Calculating machines — Charles Babbage — Electronic computers — Machines for business — Chips and microprocessors — Personal computers — MS-DOS and Windows — Supercomputers — Computer games — The Internet — Tablets and smartphones — Computers of the future — Glossary — Read more — Internet sites — Index.

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Full of fascinating facts; simple, leveled text; clear explanations of complex terms; meets STEM and Next Generation Science Standards; eye-catching photos; primary sources meet Common Core standards

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