How did president Eisenhower respond to the launching of Sputnik?

President Eisenhower responded to the launching of Sputnik in 1957 by increasing funding for science and education, particularly in the fields of mathematics and engineering, to bolster American competitiveness in space and technology. He established the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to coordinate the U.S. space efforts. Additionally, Eisenhower emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong defense and strategic capabilities in response to the perceived threat posed by the Soviet Union's advancements in space technology.