= Computer-related introductions in 1940
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The 1940s marked a pivotal period in the development of computers and computing technology. Although the term "computer" originally referred to a person who performed calculations, the decade saw the advent of the first electronic computers, which laid the groundwork for modern computing. Here are some key introductions and developments from that era: 1. **ENIAC (Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer)**: Completed in 1945, ENIAC is often considered the first general-purpose electronic digital computer.
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