computers

     

A computer is a machine that manipulates ata according to a list of instructions.

Trivia about computers

  • Byte magazine covers new trends & technology related to the use of these
  • In 1983 only 7% of U.S. homes had one of these; in 1996 40%, 18% with modems
  • A 1970 Grolier's article on these called the magnetic drum the most used storage medium
  • The company at 610 Gateway Street in North Sioux City, South Dakota has sold these since 1985
  • Michael Dell made his fortune by eliminating the middleman & selling these directly to customers