True or False?
Bill Gates invented the computer.
False. It was invented by Charles Babbage.
Who invented the computer?
Charles Babbage.
How many significant computers did Charles Babbage make?
He made 3 well known computers.
What is a portable computer called?
A laptop!
Charles Babbage was born on 13/26/1791.
False! There aren't 13 months!
When was the computer invented?
1822
How many years did Charles Babbage spend making the "Analytical Engine?"
He spent 37 years making it.
Are laptops bigger than desktops?
Definitely not!
Charles Babbage was not single.
True. He got married in 1814, but his wife later died.
When was the IBM 370 released?
1970
How old was Charles Babbage when he died?
79
What are specs?
They are basically another way to say customization.
Charles Babbage was an engineer.
Well of course!
When was the IBM 5150 made?
1981
How long does the average person use a device every day?
Up to 7 HOURS!
DAILY DOUBLE!!! What is a quantum computer?
It calculates large sets of data and it is also reprogrammable.
The first computer was programmed by using dots punched in a paper and fed into the machine.
True. In 1836 Babbage decided to use holes punched in a piece of paper.
When was the Macbook invented?
2006
How many components were in the "Analytical Engine?"
There were 4 components.
What does "TDC" stand for?
"Torpedo Data Computer"