Kategorie: ‘Fun & Facts’
The Beginnings of Computer Technology – Part 2
Source: Konrad Zuse Internet Archive
In our last article, The beginnings of computer technology, we already took a look at the first calculating machines by Konrad Zuse. Now we want to discuss the individual components of the Z3, which is considered to be the world’s first fully programmable computer, and find out which of its concepts are still used in modern computer technology. In particular, this article will focus on the architecture of the Z3.
How Does My Social Media Algorithm Work?
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This is where social media algorithms come into play: they determine what content is displayed in our feeds and ensure that each user receives a personalized experience. This means that no two people see exactly the same content, even if they follow the same accounts.
IT Center Annual Review 2024
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The year 2024 is drawing to a close – a year full of exciting projects, successful collaborations and unforgettable moments at the IT Centre. From innovative events and new partnerships to internal team celebrations and significant changes and new ones, the year was characterised by growth, collaboration and joint development. In our annual review, we take a look at the highlights, changes and successes that made our year so special.
New Year at the IT Center: Together into 2025
Source: Own Illustration
The IT Center wishes all readers a happy new year! Just as you, dear reader, have probably been thinking about good resolutions that you want to try to realise in 2025, we have also made some plans for 2025: Together with you, we want to implement exciting projects, drive forward digital innovations and make IT services even more user-friendly.
The Beginnings of Computer Technology
Source: Konrad Zuse Internet Archive
Computers have become an essential part of our lives and significantly influence our daily routine. From using them at work, to gaming at home, to listening to music, writing messages and social media on our cell phones. We already took a closer look at how our computers work today and what lies behind them in our last article “From Click to Display, This is How Computers Calculate”. But how did this journey begin?
Advent Door #3: Christmas Cookies
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In the last parts of our Advent series, we presented you with Christmas recipes and tricky puzzles. Today it’s all about cookies – both the delicious ones from the Christmas bakery and their digital namesakes from the IT world. Discover exciting information and fun word games on the subject.
The Digital Submission of Theses Is Here!
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After reporting on the pilot of “Submission of Final Theses” (DivA) in May last year, we can now announce that the application is now available to all RWTH students. After extensive testing and many improvements in the extended pilot phase, we can now ensure that everything runs smoothly at the end of the degree programme.
Advent Door #2: Mysterious Christmas
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In the second part of our Advent series, we take you into the world of Christmas puzzles with a touch of technology. In the midst of mulled wine, biscuits and candlelight, we invite you to put your grey matter to the test. Our collection of tricky questions combines festive cheer with exciting IT topics – perfect for enjoying the festive season with a playful twist. Why don’t you go back to our first Advent post and try out our recipes while you think about how to solve these puzzles?
St. Nicholas: A Story of Boots, Sweets and Solidarity
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December is here, and with it a special day is approaching: St. Nicholas Day – a day full of little surprises and perhaps a little magic too! On December 6, we celebrate a tradition that has been with us for centuries and makes the Christmas season that little bit more festive. But there is more behind the boots full of sweets than just a nice custom – St. Nicholas Day also reminds us of values such as generosity and community. Here we show you how St. Nicholas is reflected in modern times and in our IT Center.
Advent Door #1: Christmas Recipes
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Advent is a time full of anticipation, and culinary highlights are a firm favourite. Today we’re kicking off our Advent series with classic German Christmas recipes and some new ideas to get young and old into the festive spirit. We’ve already shared some Christmas recipe ideas in 2020 – take a look at them for more inspiration. We’ve shown you how to make festive hot drinks such as mulled wine and apple punch at home and how to make roasted almonds. Hot chocolate and chestnuts as well as a recipe for shortbread biscuits were also included as Christmas market treats. This year there are also a few new creations!
