How Long to Read Before the Computer

How Long Does it Take to Read Before the Computer?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 45 minutes to read Before the Computer by James W. Cortada

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Before the Computer fully explores the data processing industry in the United States from its nineteenth-century inception down to the period when the computer became its primary tool. As James Cortada describes what was once called the "office appliance industry," he challenges our view of the digital computer as a revolutionary technology. Cortada interprets reliance on computers as a development within an important segment of the American economy that was earlier represented largely by such instruments as typewriters, tabulating machines, adding machines, and calculators. He also describes...

How long is Before the Computer?

Before the Computer by James W. Cortada is 402 pages long, and a total of 101,304 words.

This makes it 136% the length of the average book. It also has 124% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Before the Computer Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 9 hours and 13 minutes to read Before the Computer aloud.

What Reading Level is Before the Computer?

Before the Computer is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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