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Here, to gain a basic understanding of internet technology that we will learn at the end of this course, we will tackle the transmission of information using telegraph technology. This learning also connects to understanding the origin of the name for the relay devices we will use to build the adding machine, so I believe it is an excellent learning experience.

The importance of memory circuits in computers goes without saying. On the other hand, the clock circuit itself is merely an oscillator. Nevertheless, I believe it is a crucial mechanism that enables the complexly intertwined components to synchronize and generate the overall operation. As an element that brings the dynamism of an automatic machine to computers, I consider it highly valuable for students to learn.

This article serves as supplementary material for the chapter “Simulated Internet Workshop” in the separate article “Internet.”

However, once you understand the network system Claude Shapp implemented, you'll realize it was essentially the precursor to today's internet—a system operated by people instead of machines. And the fact that this was a mechanism powered by human labor is the key to understanding it.

Before beginning construction of the relay-based adder, students are introduced to mechanical logic elements. How might we organize the intent behind this?This exercise allows us to move away from the mistaken image of a computer as an electronic machine.We learn that the principles of a computer are independent of its implementation.We come to understand that a computer is not a mechanism derived from observing physical phenomena, but rather one that mimics human thought by mapping it onto specific physical phenomena.

I will explain in detail how to create the sequencer used for automatic calculations with the adder.This simple sequencer dramatically enhances the learning experience of computers. With basic knowledge of electronic circuits and some crafting skills, you can build it yourself—so please give it a try.

For Waldorf education, learning ICT technology represents a frontier. In Rudolf Steiner's time, there was not even a hint of computer technology, and the development of a curriculum for learning ICT technology is entrusted to us.I wanted to create a plan with a clear vision for how to structure ICT technology curricula and teaching methods as Waldorf education—which places human beings at the center of learning about the essence of things—and how to connect that learning to the use of personal computers and literacy education.

Here, we introduce relay-based adder circuits and sequencers that enable automatic computation when connected to them as the best teaching materials for students to grasp the fundamental principles of computer operation through their own thinking and intuition.