Historical Events tagged with "Herman Hollerith"
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Tabulating Machine Revolutionizes Census Counting
The United States Census Bureau adopted Herman Hollerith's tabulating machine for tallying census returns, significantly speeding up the process. This innovative device utilized punched cards to record data, showcasing the potential of early computing technology. The implementation took place at a time when population data was becoming essential for governance, helping to efficiently provide accurate demographic information. As a result, this change marked a turning point in data processing, facilitating better resource allocation and policy development.
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