Turing and the Computer: The Big Idea

Strathern, Paul

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ISBN 10: 038549243X ISBN 13: 9780385492430

Published by Anchor, 1999

Language: English

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Title: Turing and the Computer: The Big Idea
Publisher: Anchor
Publication Date: 1999
Language: English
ISBN 10: 038549243X
ISBN 13: 9780385492430
Binding: paperback
Condition: Very Good

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A clear explanation of the computer's development also offers an exploration of the fascinating and tragic life of the brilliant mathematician Turing, who broke German codes during World War II, proved the existence of artificial intelligence, and much more. Original.

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Paul Strathern has lectured in philosophy and mathematics at Kingston University.

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