Computers From the Beginning

The first concept of the computer can be considered the dinosaur all of technology. Its beginning started in the mid 1800s. Charles Babbage invented the concept of a programmable computer in about 1856 (Wikipedia, 2010), where parts of Parts of his uncompleted mechanisms are on display in the London Science Museum. He was an English mathematician, philosopher, inventor, and mechanical engineer, a genius of his time (Wikipedia).

The Modern Computer Age
The first digital computer was made in 1940 by George Stibitz for Bell Labs. A series of computer developments sprang from that machine in the early 1940s, including the Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer (ENIAC), which was used to perform calculations for the government during WWII. The advances in the mechanics and performance of computers grew during the war, and computers became faster, slightly smaller and more powerful. However, there were still no computer systems available that the average person could use or afford then (Maughan, 2010).

That is not the case today. In modern societies, 90% of all households have a computer. These computers range from desktops to net book. They are able to access the internet and download all applications such as music, games, weather channel etcetera.

Where and how the computers continue to evolve will be interesting to see. I do think Babbage would be amazed to have started something so revolutionary. He would probably also say enough is enough. All comments are welcomed.

References

Maughan, Jennifer (2010). Who Invented the Computer? Retrieved May 13, 2010, from http://www.life123.com/technology/home-electronics/inventions-2/who-invented- the-computer.shtml.

Msi (2010). Computer Model, Retrieved May 14, 2010, from http://us.msi.com/msiaio/specs/detailpage.aspx?id=2