Summary
Photograph of a computer programming diagram showing a listing of a short program to carry out the mathematical operation of inverting a square matrix.
This is one of a set of photographs showing computers, computer components, computer structure diagrams and computer programmimg instructions, probably used as aids in teaching computing subjects. The diagrams and instructions relate to several pioneer models and systems of stored program computers dating back as far as the 1950s and including CSIRAC (originally known as CSIR Mark 1), Cirrus, Atlas, IBM System/360 , CDC 6600 System, and Illiac IV.
Description of Content
Early era [circa 1960] computer programming instructions.
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 68279"; On reverse printed in black ink, photographic paper manufacturer's name: "ILFORD". Incorporated as part of image: "T.C.WOOD RCA DIGITAL COMPUTATION AND SIMULATION GROUP MOORESTOWN, NEW JERSEY".
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Image Dimensions - Photograph
125 mm (Length), 90 mm (Width)
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Keywords
Computer Programming, Computer Software, Computers, Computing
