1949 in computing

The year 1949 is significant in the history of computing for several reasons, primarily associated with advancements in early computer development. Here are some key highlights from that year: 1. **EDVAC**: The Electronic Discrete Variable Automatic Computer (EDVAC) was under construction in 1949. It was one of the first computers to implement the stored-program concept, where instructions could be stored in the computer's memory alongside the data.