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A mechanical computer is a device designed to perform calculations and process information using mechanical components, rather than electronic or digital systems. These types of computers typically utilize gears, levers, wheels, and other mechanical systems to execute mathematical operations and solve problems. ### Key Features of Mechanical Computers: 1. **Components**: Mechanical computers often consist of physical parts such as gears, levers, and other mechanical linkages. They rely on the principles of mechanics to carry out computations.