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An accessible, anecdotal survey of the influence and mechanics of computers traces the birth of the computer, explains its workings and programming, charts its evolution, and predicts its future, including the possibilities of artificial intelligence. UP.
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"In this entertaining, thought provoking and rich-in-metaphors book, Rawlins explores and explains the computer, from its modest origins to its most immodest potential relationship with humans. A pleasant must' for anyone who cares about the broader what', how' and how far' of these machines."--Michael L. Dertouzos, Director, MIT Laboratory for Computer Science; Author of "What Will Be"
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