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COBOL is one of the oldest programming languages. Its name is an acronym for COmmon Business-Oriented Language, defining its primary domain in business, finance, and administrative systems for companies and governments.
The COBOL specification was created by '''Grace Murray Hopper''' during the second half of 1959.
Yes, it's a woman's creation...