Analog

[ms_ladybug89]

    Analog is derived from the latin word 'ana' meaning according to and 'logos' meaning report.  Although, the first documented devices that used analog such as the clock is very significant to the progression of our society. Charles Babbage's invention in 1823 of the Difference Engine, was the first computer  in the 19th century that

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[niz2109]

This is a good blog. You also covered all of the stuff from the lectures. I like how you used the dates and showed the progression of analog computers and showed how it lead to where we are today. Nice job!

--Stephanie

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[cazdenl]

After reading your blog, I see that it is evident Charles Babbage played an important role in the analog technology era. Your essay surrounds the many inventions that this individual has created, including the “Difference Engine” and the “Analytical Engine”. Your composition is informative, and it clearly shows that Charles Babbage’s creations stands as a foundation for the devices that we use today.

Analog Computing

[rdavis87]

I think that you generally have an understanding of what analog computing is. You used the same examples from the class and then tied them in with some companies that are still around today.