Summary
Photograph of a computer programming diagram entitled "RECORD DESCRIPTION". Diagram describes the specification of a particular unit of text in a programming language.
This is one of a set of photographs of computer structure diagrams and computer programmimg instructions, probably used in the 1970s as aids in teaching computing subjects. The diagrams and instructions relate to several early models and systems of stored program computers dating back as far as the 1950s and including the CSIR Mark 1 (later renamed CSIRAC), the Cirrus, the Atlas, the IBM System/360 , the CDC 6600 System, and the Illiac IV.
Description of Content
Early era [circa 1960] computer programming instructions for defining the characteristics of a particular unit of data or record.
Physical Description
Black and white photographic print of computer programming instructions.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Steve & Connie Kormas, 22 Feb 2001
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Format
Photograph, 5 in. x 3½ in., Black & White
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Language
English
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Inscriptions
On reverse in black pencil at lower right, Museum Victoria catalogue reference: "MM 68234"; On reverse printed in black ink, photographic paper manufacturer's name: "ILFORD". Title at the head of the notes: "RECORD DESCRIPTION".
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Image Dimensions - Photograph
125 mm (Length), 90 mm (Width)
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Keywords
Computer Engineering, Computer Programming, Computer Software, Computers, Computing