The year 1949 is significant in the history of computing for several reasons, primarily associated with advancements in early computer development. Here are some key highlights from that year: 1. **EDVAC**: The Electronic Discrete Variable Automatic Computer (EDVAC) was under construction in 1949. It was one of the first computers to implement the stored-program concept, where instructions could be stored in the computer's memory alongside the data.
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