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Measurement of computer systems: an introduction

Published:05 December 1972Publication History

ABSTRACT

Computer systems have become indispensable to the advancement of management, science and technology. They are widely employed by academic, business and governmental organizations. Their contribution to today's world is significant in terms of both quantity and quality.

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    AFIPS '72 (Fall, part II): Proceedings of the December 5-7, 1972, fall joint computer conference, part II
    December 1972
    692 pages
    ISBN:9781450379137
    DOI:10.1145/1480083

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