Introducing Computers (1966) ? F. J. M. Laver (HMSO) Offered by Crappy Old Books Step back into the days when computers filled entire rooms, hummed ominously, and were spoken of in hushed, reverent tones. In Introducing Computers (1966), F. J. M. Laver explains the mysterious new world of electronic brains to a mid-60s audience still more familiar with slide rules than silicon chips. Published by HMSO, this slim volume was once intended to enlighten civil servants about the promise (and perils) of automation?back when ?data processing? meant punch cards and magnetic tape. Expect charming diagrams, confident predictions, and the kind of quaint optimism that only 1960s government publishing could deliver. A perfect relic for retro-tech collectors, computer history buffs, or anyone who likes their future delivered in a slightly yellowed, faintly musty paperback. From the shelves of Crappy Old Books ?where yesterday?s modern marvels are today?s curiosities.

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Title: Introducing Computers
Publisher: HMSO
Publication Date: 1966
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good

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Crappy Old Books aims to be the online version of our much endangered high street second hand book stores. Here you will find all sorts of junk that you just couldnt imagine. Crappy Old Books also aims to provide all of these books at great rates. The site was concieved on Monday 23rd Novemeber 2009, and is slowly growing. Hopefully over years it'll have much more to offer and will be a joy to browse through, just like our musty second hand book stores of yore.

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