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Soviet Calculator History (1998)
The first mechanical device used in Russia for computational purposes was the Russian abacus ( schoty ). This device became "the national calculator" and was used in cashier's offices down to the middle of the 90's. It is interesting to note that the textbook "Trade calculations" published in 1986 devotes a whole…
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| Jul 14, 2024 | Soviet Calculator History (1998) by Tomte | 126 | 51 |
| Feb 17, 2020 | Soviet Calculators History (1998) by erikbye | 89 | 29 |
