Why an ancient Irish script breaks a fundamental rule of modern computer science
In short: Tom Scott explores Ogham, an Irish script defined by notches on stone. While it has been obsolete for over a thousand years, it serves as a fascinating exception to a standard linguistic and computing rule that most people never notice.
Ogham is an ancient writing system characterized by its use of notches carved into stone surfaces. Although the script has not been in active use for more than a millennium, it remains a significant subject for those interested in the intersection of linguistics and digital architecture.
The script presents a unique case study that challenges established conventions in computer science. By examining the Ogham Space Mark, one can uncover how ancient methods of communication sometimes defy the logic we apply to modern character encoding and data structures.
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