computer calculations
31computer — noun /kəmˈpjuːtə,kəmˈpjutɚ/ a) A programmable device that performs mathematical calculations and logical operations, especially one that can process, store and retrieve large amounts of data very quickly. Only a few years ago Mr. Powers, an… …
32analog computer — Computer Com*put er (k[o^]m*p[=u]t [ e]r), n. 1. One who computes. 2. (Computers) an electronic device for performing calculations automatically. It consists of a clock to provide voltage pulses to synchronize the operations of the devices within …
33digital computer — Computer Com*put er (k[o^]m*p[=u]t [ e]r), n. 1. One who computes. 2. (Computers) an electronic device for performing calculations automatically. It consists of a clock to provide voltage pulses to synchronize the operations of the devices within …
34scientific computer — computer which can perform complex calculations …
35Rendering (computer graphics) — Not to be confused with 3D rendering. A variety of rendering techniques applied to a single 3D scene …
36Analog computer — An analog computer (spelt analogue in British English) is a form of computer that uses continuous physical phenomena such as electrical, [Universiteit van Amsterdam Computer Museum, (2007)] mechanical, or hydraulic quantities to model the problem …
37Comparison of computer algebra systems — The following tables provide a comparison of computer algebra systems (CAS). Contents 1 General 1.1 Functionality 1.2 Operating system support 2 Hand held calculator CAS …
38James Anderson (computer scientist) — For other people of the same name, see James Anderson (disambiguation). James Anderson is an academic staff member in the School of Systems Engineering at the University of Reading, England. He is currently teaching compilers, algorithms, and… …
39Dive computer — A watch sized dive computer incorporating an electronic compass and the ability to display cylinder pressure when used with an optional transmitter (Suunto D9) A dive computer or decompression meter is a device used by a scuba diver to measure… …
40Human computer — NACA High Speed Flight Station Computer Room The term computer , in use from the mid 17th century, meant one who computes : a person performing mathematical calculations, before electronic computers became commercially available. Teams of people… …
