The IBM 1401 is a variable-wordlength decimal computer announced by IBM on October 5, 1959, the first member of the highly successful IBM 1400 series, aimed at replacing unit record equipment for processing punched-card data and at providing peripheral services for larger computers. IBM considered it the Ford Model T of the computer industry for its mass appeal; over 12,000 units were produced before it was withdrawn on February 8, 1971.
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The 1401 is considered by IBM to be the Ford Model-T of the computer industry due to its mass appeal.
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IBM 1401 is a variable-wordlength decimal computer that was announced by IBM on October 5, 1959. The first member of the highly successful IBM 1400 series, it was aimed at replacing unit record equipment for processing data stored on punched cards and at provi
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