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Por que os primeiros computadores eram feitos de lâmpadas
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Richard VT posted on 2026/03/26Ever wondered how those old-school light bulbs paved the way for modern computers? This video dives into the fascinating history of electronics, explaining how Thomas Edison's observations about light bulbs led to the invention of the vacuum tube and eventually digital computing. You'll pick up key terms like 'thermionic emission' and 'triode' as you discover the surprising origins of the digital age!
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