Summary
Photograph of a computer diagram entitled "Memory address structure - ILLIAC IV Storage Address Structure". The ILLIAC IV computer became operational in 1975.
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
Computer programming instructions showing the memory address structure for the Illiac IV supercomputer.
Physical Description
Black and white photographic print of a computing block diagram.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Steve & Connie Kormas, 22 Feb 2001
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Creator
Dr Trevor Pearcey, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1950s-1960s
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Format
Photograph, Black & White
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Language
English
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Inscriptions
Museum Victoria catalogue reference handwritten in black pencil on reverse at lower right: "MM 68367". Photographic paper manufacturer's multiple imprint in black ink on reverse: "PAPIER / FABRIQUE / PAR KODAK". Title printed in black ink below diagram: "Memory address structure." Handwritten in blue ink on reverse: "ILLIAC IV Storage Address Structure".
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Image Dimensions - Photograph
215 mm (Length), 166 mm (Width)
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Keywords
Computer Engineering, Computer Programming, Computer Software, Computers, Computing
