Technology isn't just computers, networks and phones. Technology has always been part of the human experience. All of our ancestors have looked for ways to help the survive and do less work for more gain. Archive.org has a host of old technology books (from mid-19th to mid-20th Century) available in many formats and on a host of topics. Many of the technologies discussed within these books are being put to use again these days in the back to the land" and homesteading movements. You might even find something that could address one of your own garden or farm issues, but has been lost to time and history. Enjoy! --Douglas
Historical Technology Books: Creative Computing v01n01 November/December 1974 - 10 in a series
Another one of the original computer magazines I grew up with. Check out all the issues! — Douglas
For the Computer Man illustration, thanks to Steve Rogowski, author of Problems for Computer Solution published by EduComp, W. Hartford, CT.
Assorted facts throughout this issue are taken from various United States Government publications, dictionaries, and 'Incred- ible Facts, Amazing Statistics, Monumental Trivia" by Will Eisner, Poorhouse Press, New York.
THE COVER
The cover of this issue of CREATIVE COMPUTING is by Lisa Sheble, a teacher of art and photography at the Spence School, New York, New York. Kary Heuston is using the terminal while Janet Chaplan looks on. Both girls are in the seventh grade at Spence.
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