What were the earliest computers?
The earliest computers were mechanical devices developed in the 19th century to perform mathematical calculations. One notable example is the Analytical Engine designed by Charles Babbage in the 1830s. However, due to limited funding and technological constraints, Babbage's machine was never built. Another crucial development was the Tabulating Machine invented by Herman Hollerith in the late 19th century. It used punched cards to process and analyze data, making it faster than manual methods. These early computers paved the way for later electronic computers, which emerged in the mid-20th century and revolutionized the field of computing.
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