The year of the Computer
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Welcome to the dawn of a new era in timekeeping: Anno Computatri (AC). Here, we embrace the year 1970 AD/CE as year 0, marking the transition to a calendar system that reflects our modern digital reality. AC symbolizes a pivotal shift in how we perceive and measure time, grounded in the moment when digital technology began to significantly shape our world. As we journey through this website, you’ll discover the origins, structure, and profound implications of the AC calendar, exploring its role in both our daily lives and the broader context of human history. Join us in understanding and celebrating this transformative approach to time in the digital age.
“Ask a computer what is year 0? It will say 1970”
Every digital device you use — your smartphone, laptop, tablet, or smartwatch — already tracks time by counting seconds from midnight UTC on January 1, 1970. This system, known as Unix epoch time, serves as the foundation for virtually all modern computing. Anno Computatri simply makes visible what computers already do behind the scenes.