Summary
Photograph of a computer diagram entitled "Fig 4. Comparison of Stretch and 704 organisation". Diagram refers to the IBM 7030 computer of 1961, also known as the Stretch, and the IBM 704 computer of 1954.
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 a comparison between the structures of the IBM 7030 computer [also known as the 'Stretch' computer] and the IBM 704 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, 7½ in. x 5 in., 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 68423". Title printed below the diagram: "Fig.4. Comparison of Stretch and 704 organization".
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Image Dimensions - Photograph
216 mm (Length), 165 mm (Width)
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Keywords
Computer Engineering, Computer Programming, Computer Software, Computers, Computing
