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Why were automated computers needed

tags:: #Memex2 #Idea #Computers

The invention of new automatic computers in the 1800s:

  • As mathematics became more complex, the time and effort required to perform calculations by hand increased. Having a machine that can spit out the answer in a really short amount of time would allow for more in depth math research, this is the reason behind Babbage's devices.
  • During the mid 1800s there was a rapid expansion of industry, and the need to compute complex calculations became increasingly important for manufacturing and commerce.
  • Accurate calculations were necessary for determining the cost and profitability of goods, and for designing and building machines for production.
  • More scientific research was being done and having a device to automate many of the time-consuming calculations is beneficial