👉 Maiden computing refers to the initial, pioneering phase of computing that marked the transition from mechanical and electromechanical devices to electronic computers. This period, primarily spanning the 1940s and early 1950s, was characterized by the development of the first electronic computers, such as ENIAC (Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer) and UNIVAC (Universal Automatic Computer). These machines utilized vacuum tubes for processing, a significant leap from the mechanical calculators and relay-based computers of earlier times. The maiden computing era was pivotal in establishing the foundational principles and technologies that would shape modern computing, including the use of binary code, programmable logic, and the concept of stored programs. This era laid the groundwork for subsequent advancements in computer science and technology, transforming how information is processed and utilized globally.
