Who created the first mechanical computer, which proved to be the prototype for future computers?

A : Archimedes

B : John Harrison

C : Cai Lun

D : Charles Babbage

General Knowledge

Science Technology and Inventions

Answer

Option 4 : Charles Babbage

Explanation

The idea of a digital programmable computer was originated by English polymath Charles Babbage for the first time. In 1822, Charles Babbage conceptualized and began developing the Difference Engine, considered to be the first automatic computing machine.