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Format: XII, 260 S. : , zahlr. Ill., graph. Darst. ; , 240 mm x 170 mm.

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Language: English

Subjects: Computer Science , Engineering

Keywords: AN/FSQ-7 ; Computer ; Luftraum ; Überwachung ; Ost-West-Konflikt

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Author information: Ulmann, Bernd, 1970-

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Format: 1 online resource (272 pages) : , illustrations

ISBN: 9783486856705 (e-book)

Additional Edition: Print version: AN/FSQ-7 : the computer that shaped the Cold War. Munich, Germany : De Gruyter Oldenbourg, c2014 ISBN 9783486727661

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Subjects: Engineering

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Content: Das Buch widmet sich AN/FSQ-7, einem der aussergewöhnlichsten und einflussreichsten Digitalrechner aller Zeiten, über den erst in den letzten Jahren (aufgrund von Geheimhaltungsvorschriften) detaillierte Informationen zugänglich wurden. Über einen Zeitraum von über 30 Jahren wurden in den USA 23 Rechenzentren auf Basis von jeweils zwei AN/FSQ-7 betrieben, die das Herz von SAGE, dem Semi Automatic Ground Environment bildeten, das für die Luftraumüberwachung der USA und (in Teilen) Kanada zuständig war.

Content: One of the most impressive computer systems ever was the vacuum tube based behemoth AN/FSQ-7, which was the heart of the ''Semi Automatic Ground Environment''. Machines of this type were children of the Cold War and had a tremendous effect in politics. They also generated a vast amount of spin-offs which still shape our world. This book focuses on the technological achievements and details of this marvelous machine and of its predecessor Whirlwind. The various developments, ranging from magnetic core memory to data transmission via telephone lines, are covered in detail with schematics, circuit descriptions and small programming examples. This book is a treasure trove for those interested in the technology of early digital computers and those interested in the impact these machines had and still have on our current computer systems.

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In: DGBA Backlist Complete English Language 2000-2014 PART1, De Gruyter, 9783110238570

In: DGBA Backlist Physical Sciences 2000-2014 (EN), De Gruyter, 9783110238518

In: DGBA Physical Sciences 2000 - 2014, De Gruyter, 9783110637212

In: EBOOK PACKAGE Complete Package 2014, De Gruyter, 9783110369526

In: EBOOK PACKAGE Engineering 2014, De Gruyter, 9783110369656

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Additional Edition: ISBN 9783486727661

Language: English

Subjects: Engineering

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Format: 1 online resource(xii,260p.) : , illustrations.

Edition: Electronic reproduction. Berlin/Boston : De Gruyter Oldenbourg, 2014. Mode of access: World Wide Web.

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ISBN: 9783486856705

Content: One of the most impressive computer systems ever was the vacuum tube based behemoth AN/FSQ-7, which was the heart of the "Semi Automatic Ground Environment". Machines of this type were children of the Cold War and had a tremendous effect not only on this episode in politics but also generated a vast amount of spin-offs which still shape our world.

Note: Frontmatter -- , Acknowledgments -- , Contents -- , 1. Introduction -- , 2. Setting the stage -- , 3. Whirlwind -- , 4. SAGE -- , 5. Basic circuitry -- , 6. Central processor -- , 7. Drum system -- , 8. Input/output system -- , 9. Display system -- , 10. Machine consoles -- , 11. Power supply -- , 12. Programming -- , 13. Software -- , 14. Failure or Success? -- , 15. Epilogue -- , A. Whirlwind instruction set -- , B. Programming cards -- , Bibliography -- , Acronyms -- , Index. , Also available in print edition. , In English.

Additional Edition: ISBN 9783486727661

Additional Edition: ISBN 9783486856712

Language: English

DOI: 10.1524/9783486856705

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