Colossus (computer)

Colossus was one of the world's first programmable digital computers, developed during World War II by British engineer Tommy Flowers and his team. Its main purpose was to help decode the Lorenz-encrypted messages used by the German military. Colossus used over 2,000 vacuum tubes and could perform complex calculations much faster than humans. Operational from 1944, it played a crucial role in codebreaking efforts at Bletchley Park, significantly contributing to the Allied war effort by providing valuable intelligence. Colossus marked a significant milestone in computing history, paving the way for future advancements in computer technology.