Things that Compute: Simulating a Computer

Goal: To teach about how a computer works. More specifically, to simulate simple activities of computing.

Time: 45-50 Minutes

Context: We all use computers all the time. Somehow, we’re able to type things on a keyboard and have them show up on a screen, or use them to surg the web. But how does that work? Let’s find out!

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