The Life and Contributions of Alan Turing
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What was Alan Turing's occupation in 1938?

He was hired by British Intelligence

What was the name of the encrypted transmissions that Turing's devices deciphered in 1940?

Enigma-encrypted transmissions

What was Turing's area of study at Cambridge University?

Mathematics

What was the outcome of Turing's election to a fellowship at King's College?

<p>He graduated in 1934</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Turing's view on the capabilities of computers?

<p>A computer is capable of exhibiting an enormous variety of behaviors with sufficient storage capacity</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the charge against Turing in 1952?

<p>Gross Indecency</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the option given to Turing after his conviction?

<p>Being put in jail or being placed on probation with chemical castration</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of Turing's life in 1954?

<p>He took his own life</p> Signup and view all the answers

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