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ALAN TURING

ALAN TURING

His Story And Tragic Dead

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After the war, Turing continued to work in the field of computer science, and developed one of the first chess programs for a computer, demonstrating his skill in programming complex systems. He also developed the "Turing Test," a test used to determine whether a machine can think and communicate like a human being, which became a milestone in the history of artificial intelligence.

Unfortunately, Turing's life was not easy. In 1952, he was convicted of being gay, which was illegal at the time in the UK, and was forced to undergo hormone treatment for chemical castration. This brutal treatment drove him into depression and finally to suicide in 1954.

Despite his tragic end, Alan Turing's legacy is undeniable. His theories and discoveries revolutionized computing and technology, and have laid the foundation for many of the technological advances we enjoy today. In 2009, British Prime Minister Gordon Brown made a public apology on behalf of the government for the inhumane treatment Turing had suffered, and in 2013, he received a posthumous pardon from Queen Elizabeth II.

In summary, Alan Turing is an example of the importance of scientific research and creative thinking. His contributions to technology have had a lasting impact on society, and his legacy continues to inspire scientists and programmers around the world to continue working on technology and its advances.

By Briana Palacios

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