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: It covers early logic and mechanical breakthroughs, such as the Jacquard Loom (1801), which used punched cards that later inspired IBM’s data storage methods.

, authored by Simson L. Garfinkel and Rachel H. Grunspan , serves as a comprehensive, illustrated chronological journey through 250 pivotal milestones in computer science history. Published as part of the Sterling Milestones series, the book explores how human calculation has evolved from ancient manual tools to the sophisticated, world-altering systems of today. Core Themes and Structure

: Features include Ada Lovelace , Alan Turing , Grace Hopper , and Bill Gates .

: Each of the 250 entries features a concise one-page summary paired with stunning, full-page photography or illustrations.