Early Computing in Britain

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Focusing on the pioneering efforts of Ferranti Ltd., this book chronicles the journey of the first commercially-available computers and the nine organizations that acquired them between 1951 and 1957. It features personal stories from engineers, programmers, and marketing staff who played vital roles in this transformative era of computing. The narrative is complemented by historical photographs and extensive technical details in the appendices, providing a comprehensive look at the early days of modern technology.