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Jan 22, 2026 · Fundamentals

From Stones to Supercomputers: A Journey Through Computer History

The article traces the evolution of computing from primitive counting tools like stones and fingers, through mechanical calculators and early programming concepts, to punched‑card data processing, vacuum‑tube electronics, and the first electronic computers such as the Mark I and ENIAC, highlighting key inventions, innovators, and their lasting impact on modern computing.