computer age
Information technology epoch
The computer age is the era defined by the widespread use of computers, beginning roughly in the mid-20th century and accelerating with personal computers and the internet.
The term frames history around technological transformation: In the computer age, information travels instantly.
Sometimes used nostalgically or critically to mark what's been lost or gained.
- World Wide WebHypertext system via Internet
- information superhighwayGlobal digital communication network
- microprocessorCompact computing circuit
- binary codeTwo-symbol numeral system
- ENIACFirst general-purpose electronic computer
digital divide · artificial intelligence · neural networks · globalization · internet · privacy concerns · programming languages · digital literacy · augmented reality · cybersecurity · big data · e-commerce · online education · automation · 5G technology · social media · screen time · digital native
- tech erasStone Age, Bronze Age, Iron Age, information age, digital age
- sciencebiology, chemistry, physics, astronomy, geology
computer agebronze age
Notable but subprime period
medieval period · ancient times · machine age · antiquity · dark ages
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