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Computer

A computer is a device that can be programmed to process data. Computers range in size and capability - from small, cubic millimeter small mini-computer to large, room-sized supercomputer.

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Ghana: Students to receive laptops in digital initiative

Ghana: Students to receive laptops in digital initiative

Ghana has launched an initiative to provide tablets to students in public high schools.
TechnologyApril 1, 202401:22 min
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Bioprinting: 3D printing with living cells

Bioprinting: 3D printing with living cells

A heart made from living cells, functional lung tissue – everything is possible with 3D printing.
Digital WorldFebruary 23, 202401:06 min
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Child education: Are computers or books better for learning?

Child education: Are computers or books better for learning?

Commentators often pit books against computers as the best learning tools, but the real issue is poverty.
EducationFebruary 15, 2024
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Faster computers: First graphene semiconductor paves the way

Faster computers: First graphene semiconductor paves the way

Researchers have showcased the first functional graphene semiconductor. The discovery could change computing forever.
ScienceJanuary 4, 2024
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Do computers make children 'dumber, not smarter'?

Do computers make children 'dumber, not smarter'?

Computers have a negative influence on children, say 40 researchers petitioning to stop digitization in German schools.
ScienceNovember 29, 2023
A man sits in front of a computer at an internet cafe

Malawi: Free internet in public facilities

Malawi: Free internet in public facilities

Malawi is rolling out a program to provide free internet in all public facilities to allow millions to access online.
TechnologyOctober 14, 2023
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A young man wearing safety glasses works on a computer prototype

Uganda's mini-computers breaking down barriers

Software engineer Ivan Karugaba explains how he created a mini-computer designed to be more affordable and sustainable.
InnovationSeptember 14, 202303:39 min
A robotic hand reaches out to touch a human hand

4 ways AI will reshape society

Artificial intelligence systems such ChatGPT are dominating headlines. Are the many concerns justified?
TechnologyApril 4, 202309:37 min
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German games and the international market

The most successful games often come from the US, Japan or Poland, but rarely from Germany. Why is that the case?
CultureAugust 25, 2021