Charles Babbage


 

Charles Babbage (December 26 1791October 18 1871) was an English mathematician, analytical philosopher and (proto-) computer scientist who originated the idea of a programmable computer. Parts of his uncompleted mechanisms are on display in the London Science Museum. In 1991, working from Babbage's original plans, a difference engine was completed, and functioned perfectly. It was built to tolerances achievable in the 19th century, indicating that Babbage's machine would have worked.

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December 26 - 1791 - October 18 - 1871 - English - Mathematician - Computer scientist - Computer - London Science Museum - 1991 - Difference engine - 19th century

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Design of computers
Other accomplishments
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