The Computer Age (Record no. 592179)
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| fixed length control field | 01550nam a2200217Ia 4500 |
| 020 ## - INTERNATIONAL STANDARD BOOK NUMBER | |
| International Standard Book Number | 9780783529127 |
| 040 ## - CATALOGING SOURCE | |
| Transcribing agency | PK-LaCSN |
| 082 ## - DEWEY DECIMAL CLASSIFICATION NUMBER | |
| Author Mark | TIM-C |
| Classification number | R 500 |
| 110 ## - MAIN ENTRY--CORPORATE NAME | |
| Corporate name or jurisdiction name as entry element | Time-Life Books |
| 130 ## - MAIN ENTRY--UNIFORM TITLE | |
| Language of a work | English |
| 245 #4 - TITLE STATEMENT | |
| Title | The Computer Age |
| 250 ## - EDITION STATEMENT | |
| Edition statement | Authorized English language ed. (Asia) |
| 260 ## - PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC. | |
| Name of publisher, distributor, etc. | Time Life Books : |
| Place of publication, distribution, etc. | Hong Kong ; |
| Date of publication, distribution, etc. | 1994. |
| 300 ## - PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION | |
| Pages | 150 p. : |
| Other physical details | colour illustrations ; |
| Dimensions | 31 cm , |
| Type of unit | hardcover , |
| Size of unit | large. |
| 490 ## - SERIES STATEMENT | |
| Series statement | Time-Life's illustrated world of science |
| 520 ## - SUMMARY, ETC. | |
| Summary, Abstract, Review | The Computer Age offers an engaging and visual exploration of how computers have evolved and transformed modern life. Beginning with early computing devices like the abacus and mechanical calculators, the book traces key milestones in the development of computing technology—from the invention of the transistor and the rise of mainframe computers to the personal computer revolution. It explains the fundamental principles of how computers work, including binary code, hardware components, and programming basics. The book also delves into the impact of computers on society—highlighting their role in fields like education, medicine, communication, and entertainment. Topics such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and the future of computing are also discussed. With vivid illustrations, photographs, and simple explanations, this book makes complex technology accessible and interesting for students and general readers alike. |
| 650 ## - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM | |
| Topical term or geographic name entry element | Computers |
| 942 ## - ADDED ENTRY ELEMENTS (KOHA) | |
| Source of classification or shelving scheme | Dewey Decimal Classification |
| Koha item type | Refrence |
| Withdrawn status | Price effective from | Source of classification or shelving scheme | Damaged status | Not for loan | Home library | Current library | Shelving location | Cost, normal purchase price | Total checkouts | Full call number | Barcode | Date last seen | Lost status | Date acquired | Koha item type |
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| Not withdrawn | 01/10/2024 | Dewey Decimal Classification | Not damaged | Reference Matrial | Darakhshan Campus (Senior Library - Southern Region) | Darakhshan Campus (Senior Library - Southern Region) | Science | 1.00 | R 500 TIM-C | 00000062896 | 01/10/2024 | Available | 01/10/2024 | Refrence |