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Name any 1 early calculating device apart from ABACUS
Napier's Bones
Name the calculating device used to perform mathematical operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
ABACUS
The story of modern computers began with the design of the _________________.
Analytical Engine
Who is known as the Father of Computer?
Charles Babbage
Name general purpose computer invented by Charles Baggage.
Analytical Engine
Name the two inventions of Charles Babbage.
Difference Engine & Analytical Engine
__________ is a multipurpose electronic device that receives input, processes it and delivers results or the output.
Computer
An upgrade in technology including both hardware and software in a computer is referred to as a __________
Generation
How can we differentiate between the computers of each generation?
Each generation is different from the previous one in terms of the devices used to make the computer.
The first-generation computers were slower than the second-generation computers. True/False?
True
Third-generation computers were better than the fourth-generation computers. True/ False?
False
This generation of computers understood only a few orders.
First-generation
First generation computers used ______________ as distinct part.
Vacuum tube
Give one limitation of Second generation of computers.
Constant maintenance was required • Used only for specific purposes • Expensive and not versatile • A cooling system was still required • Punched cards were use
3rd generation of computers used ____________ as distinct part.
Integrated Circuits (ICs) & Magnetic disks and tapes
Give 1 advantage of 4th generation of computers.
Smaller, lighter, more powerful and reliable • More affordable as compared to the other generations computers, Could be connected to other computers.
