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The First Computer Program.

Authors :
Rojas, Raúl
Source :
Communications of the ACM; Jun2024, Vol. 67 Issue 6, p78-81, 4p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

This article details Charles Babbage’s theoretical computer program, the first attempt to specific how to mechanize complex algorithms with a computer, written in 1837. The article also discusses his theoretical computer, the Analytical Engine, that his program would have run on. Topics include Babbage’s first and second code tables and the design of the Analytical Engine.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00010782
Volume :
67
Issue :
6
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Communications of the ACM
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
177458574
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1145/3624731