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Moving Targets

Elliott-Automation and the Dawn of the Computer Age in Britain, 1947 67

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The book provides an in-depth look at the evolution of IT in Britain through the lens of Elliott Automation. It explores the establishment of Elliott's Borehamwood Research Laboratories and highlights key figures like John Coales and Leon Bagrit. The narrative covers the transition from classified military applications to commercial uses, detailing the development of both digital and analogue computers. Additionally, it examines the impact of mergers and the eventual closure of the laboratories, offering insights into computer architectures and systems software relevant to Elliott computers.

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Moving Targets, Simon Lavington

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2014
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