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1,000 Years of Calculators
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In this lecture, Professor of Geometry Harold Thimbleby explores the history of the calculator and how it evolved across different periods and cultures. He discusses limitations of traditional calculators, outlining the differences between imperative and declarative functions in maths.
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This event was on Thu, 21 Nov 2002
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