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The abacus across cultures

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Napier’s bones and logarithms

A CalculatorWiser guide to turning multiplication into easier operations.

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The slide rule

A CalculatorWiser guide to logarithmic scales before electronic calculators.

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Mechanical calculators

A CalculatorWiser guide to gears, carry mechanisms, and the automation of arithmetic.

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From pocket calculators to phone apps

A CalculatorWiser guide to the evolution of everyday calculation.

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