Quote by Charles Babbage

A tool is usually more simple than a machine it is generally used with the hand, whilst a machine is frequently moved by animal or steam power.

A tool is usually more simple than a machine it is generally

Summary

This quote highlights the difference between a tool and a machine. It suggests that a tool tends to be simpler in design and is often used directly by hand. On the other hand, a machine is typically operated by animal or steam power, indicating a more complex mechanism. This distinction implies that tools are commonly utilized for manual tasks, while machines are employed for larger-scale operations with external sources of power.

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By Charles Babbage

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