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George Boole (November 2, 1815 – December 8, 1864) was aBritish mathematician and philosopher. As the inventor of Boolean algebra, which is the basis of all modern computer arithmetic, Boole is regarded in hindsight as one of the founders of the field of computer science. George Boole's father, John Boole (1779-1848), was a tradesman of limited means, but of "studious character and active mind". Being especially interested in mathematical science and logic, the father gave his son his... full article at wikipedia
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