From "compass and ruler" to computer
Some notes about calculations on computer
I use the word "function" with both meanings:
- real and complex functions with mathematical meaning, in Japanese, I use "函数 (Hánshù)".
- command function with computational meaning, in Japanese, I use "関数 (Guān shù)".
- DGS is a computer program which allows one to create geometric constructions with emulated compass and ruler.
- What is the merit of computer program? accuracy, reproducibility, repeatability, interactivity, encapsulability, ...