👉 Railroad computing refers to the specialized computing infrastructure developed by railroads in the late 19th and early 20th centuries to manage the complex operations of train scheduling, signaling, and logistics. This computing system was designed to handle real-time data processing, enabling efficient coordination of train movements across vast networks. It utilized telegraph lines and early computing devices to transmit critical information such as train positions, schedules, and track conditions, ensuring safe and timely operations. The railroad computing system was pivotal in reducing delays, enhancing safety, and optimizing the use of rail resources, setting a precedent for modern transportation management systems.
