Thirty years ago, the column “Computer Recreations” was born in Scientific American, with the mysterious author (aleph_0!) at the helm before passing the baton to A. K. Dewdney. The true identity of (aleph_0!) has remained hidden, adding an air of intrigue to the story. The columns covered topics like games, puzzles, and programming, often involving mention of Archimedes as a mentor. Recent investigations using Google and library resources suggest (aleph_0!) may be C. A. Lang, an individual with a notable career in computer-aided design. The saga continues as researchers work to uncover the truth behind this enigma.
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