Summary
Photograph of a computer diagram entitled "Fig 7. Connections between units by function". Diagram shows the layout of of an IBM card-programmed calculator (CPC) dating from 1949.
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
Block diagram showing the connections and respective functions of the components of the IBM-CPC (1960) computer.
Physical Description
Black and white photographic print of a computer programming diagram.
More Information
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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 68413". Handwritten in black ink on reverse: "Card programmed calculator (CPC) / combination, functional diagram".
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Image Dimensions - Photograph
211 mm (Length), 165 mm (Width)
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Keywords
Computer Engineering, Computer Programming, Computer Software, Computers, Computing
