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Charles Babbage’s Difference Engine Turns 200

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The government saw the value in a machine that could calculate the many numerical tables used for navigation, construction, finance, and engineering, thereby reducing human labor (and error). After yet another fight over finances, Clement abruptly quit in 1832. The Difference Engine was a calculator with 25,000 parts.

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Chrysler unveils new electric minivan for the US Postal Service

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Why Warren Buffett is investing in electric car company BYD - Apr. 13, 2009

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News | Markets | Technology | Personal Finance | Small Business | CNN.com RSS Newsletters Video Home Fortune 500 Technology Investing Management Rankings Warren Buffett takes charge Warren Buffett hasnt just seen the car of the future, hes sitting in the drivers seat. "And I dont know how cars work. billion).

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