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Computers in the future will weigh no more than 1.5 tons. Quoted in Popular Mechanics 1950

Computers in the future will weigh no more than 1.5 tons. Qu

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This quote from Popular Mechanics in 1950 suggests an optimistic vision of future technological advancements by predicting that computers will eventually become much smaller and lighter. At the time, computers were often large and bulky, weighing several tons. The quote reflects the expectations that advances in miniaturization and innovation would lead to more compact computer designs. Subsequent developments in technology have proven this prediction true, as modern computers have indeed become significantly smaller and lighter than their predecessors, leading to the development of portable devices and improved convenience for users.

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