Giants of Computing

Giants of Computing
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 297
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ISBN-10 : 9781447153405
ISBN-13 : 1447153405
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Book Synopsis Giants of Computing by : Gerard O’Regan

Download or read book Giants of Computing written by Gerard O’Regan and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-08-19 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It has been upon the shoulders of giants that the modern world has been forged. This accessible compendium presents an insight into the great minds responsible for the technology which has transformed our lives. Each pioneer is introduced with a brief biography, followed by a concise account of their key contributions to their discipline. The selection covers a broad spread of historical and contemporary figures from theoreticians to entrepreneurs, highlighting the richness of the field of computing. Suitable for the general reader, this concise and easy-to-read reference will be of interest to anyone curious about the inspiring men and women who have shaped the field of computer science.


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