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Alan Turing: Life and legacy - for iPod/iPhone

Alan Turing: Life and legacy - for iPod/iPhone

Released: 2012-06-22
© The Open University 2012
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8 Episodes
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8 Episodes
Audio
Listen on Apple Podcasts
Released: 2012-06-22
© The Open University 2012
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Alan Turing: Reflections on his personal life

Alan Turing: Reflections on his personal life

Professor Timothy Chappell touches upon key moments in Alan Turing's life.
Time: 9:26
Professor Timothy Chappell touches upon key moments in Alan Turing's life.
Episode ID: 1000411361158
GUID: http://podcast.open.ac.uk/feeds/Alan-Turing/ipod-all/turing01.mp3
Release Date: 22/06/2012, 18:28:51

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To what extent did Alan Turing influence the evolution of modern computing? The 20th Century mathematician is considered by many to be the father of computer science and many would argue that it is largely due to his research that we are able to read this text on a PC, laptop or smart phone. Aside from his contribution to maths and computing however, Turing’s influence impacted on a variety of fields including cryptanalysis and deciphering Nazi codes which helped to end World War 2. This collection examines Turing’s troubled personal life, the significance of his role at Bletchley Park, his ideas on artificial intelligence and finally examines what his legacy should be.

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