From punched cards to flash memory, we cover in depth many of the various permanent storage data systems. The first part of our series will focus on early storage technologies, while the next part will move towards more modern (and future) inventions. by Dr David Maddison
You can buy a computer that knows everything about medical science. You need not go to a medical college; you simply ask the computer and immediately get the answer. Your memory is not so reliable. And the computer can always be fed with new memory, because new discoveries are being made every day. The computer can be plugged into the main computer of the university, so without your even bothering, every new discovery concerning your subject is immediately fed into your computer. It waits there, you inquire, and the computer tells you.
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Over the last two issues, we have described many individuals who made vital contributions to electronics. Their work made modern technology possible. Many significant developments also emerged from universities, companies and other organisations, described in this third and final part of the series. by Dr David Maddison