Maurice Wilkes

The most important thing is to keep learning. The world of computing is always changing.

We didn't have a manual for building the EDSAC. We just had a lot of enthusiasm and a few good ideas.

The computer is a powerful tool, but it's only as smart as the people who program it.

I've always been fascinated by how things work. And computers are endlessly fascinating.

The early computers were a bit like steam engines – big, noisy, and prone to breaking down.

The biggest challenge in computing is not building the machines, but making them easy to use.

I'm not a fan of hype. I prefer to let the work speak for itself.

The computer is a wonderful invention, but it's not a substitute for human intelligence.

We were a small team, but we had a big idea. And we made it happen.

The history of computing is full of brilliant people who were ahead of their time.

The computer is a tool for extending the human mind, not replacing it.

I've always enjoyed the challenge of solving problems. And computing is full of problems to solve.

The early days of computing were a bit chaotic, but that's what made them exciting.

The computer is a powerful ally, but it's also a demanding master.

We didn't have a lot of resources, but we had a lot of determination.

The most important thing is to be curious. Always be asking 'why?'

The computer is a mirror that reflects our own intelligence, or lack thereof.

I've always believed that simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.

The early computers were a bit like Frankenstein's monster – a collection of parts brought to life.

The computer is a tool for exploration, for pushing the boundaries of what's possible.