Blank paper computer tapes, also known as punched paper tapes, were a popular form of data storage in the early days of computing. These tapes consisted of long strips of paper with holes punched in them to represent binary data. The tapes were read and written by specialized machines called tape readers and punchers. The use of blank paper computer tapes dates back to the 19th century, when they were used in telegraphy to transmit Morse code messages. In the early days of computing, they were used to store and transfer data between computers and other devices. They were particularly useful for storing program code, as they could be easily edited by punching or removing holes in the tape. Blank paper computer tapes were eventually replaced by other forms of data storage, such as magnetic tape and disk drives, which offered higher capacities and faster access times. However, they remain an important part of computing history and are still used by some hobbyists and retro computing enthusiasts today.
data storage, binary data, tape readers, tape punchers, computing history
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