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This dimension groups computing systems by the ACM subject area their design belongs to. Wikipedia notes that operating systems, networks and embedded systems are studied as areas that "investigate the principles and design behind complex systems." Browsing this way collects every system classified under the same ACM area.

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Era of Emergence
1642 CE 1
ACM Area
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1. Wikipedia: Pascaline
WikipediaPascaline, lead section
Quote, Pascaline, lead section
The Pascaline (also known as the arithmetic machine or Pascal's calculator) is a mechanical calculator invented by Blaise Pascal in 1642.
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