Thomas S. Mullaney
Thomas S. Mullaney is a historian and professor known for his work on the history of technology, Chinese history, and the history of computing. He is a faculty member at Stanford University and has authored several books on these subjects.
Books
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1. The Chinese Computer
History and Technology in the Chinese Typewriter Revolution
The Chinese Computer by Thomas S. Mullaney explores the intriguing journey of how the Chinese language adapted to the digital age. The book delves into the challenges of inputting a language with thousands of characters into a system designed for an alphabetic script. Mullaney traces the evolution of Chinese computing technology from post-World War II to modern times, highlighting the development of innovative input methods that allow Chinese characters to be typed using alphanumeric symbols. Through this narrative, readers meet a diverse group of individuals from various backgrounds who contributed to this technological advancement. The book also discusses how these innovations helped integrate non-Western languages into the global computing landscape, influencing both technology and culture.
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