Chapter 5: Computing Components

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input/Output For a brief biography on Herman Hollerith, consult this site, the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Visit the Herman Hollerith web site

input/Output What difference did Hollerith make on the US Census? What changes have developed since his time? Read about the evolution of the US Census on this page hosted by the University of Virginia. Visit the Historical Background on the Census web site

Interpreting ads Our textbook mentions Walter Mossberg from the Wall Street Journal and his tips for purchasing a Personal Computer. This link connects you to an article with helpful guidelines for purchasing a new computer. Visit the Personal Technology from the Wall Street Journal web site

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