Timeline of Computer History

ABACUS is the first computer invented by the sumerians in 2700 BC. Which type of computer is an Abacus based on its nature of operation?

• Hybrid Computer

• Digital Computer

• Analog Computer

• Automated Computer

Answer explanation

Abacus is considered the earliest digital computing tool because it deals with digits.

In 200 BC, The first Analog computer was discovered in a wreck ship in an island in Antikythera, Greece. The machine was named after the island it was discovered. What was the name of this computer?

• Abacus

• Analytic Steam Engine

• Antikythera Mechanism

• Personal Digital Assistant

Answer explanation

Antikythera mechanism was the first Analog computer discovered in Antikythera GreeK Island. This mechanical analog computer was used by ancient sailors to determine their position in the sea, based on their astrological position.

In 1837 , an English Mathematician and Inventor Charles Babbage who is known as the father of Modern computers, invented a machine called Analytical Engine- a steam powered computer. Which picture do you think below shows this invention?

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Answer explanation

The Analytical Engine was the first invented computer machine in 1837 with a mechanical general-purpose . It is designed by English mathematician and computer pioneer Charles Babbage. It is a Calculating machine with printing mechanism

This type of computer was the first Supercomputer invented in 1964. Which of the following is a feature of a super computer?

• Many times Powerful in terms of speed and accuracy and are used in Research

• Smallest and less expensive ideal for single task user

• Provides services to client computers

• Large and can handle massive amounts of data going in and out

The first Personal Computer (PC) was created in 1971. What is the classsification of Personal computers according to size and Functionality?

• Mainframe Computer

• Server Computer

• Super Computer

• Micro Computers

Answer explanation

This is how the first Personal computers look like.

Which of the following was the first Laptop computer  invented by Adam Osborne in 1981?

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Answer explanation

The first laptop computer was invented by Adam Osborne in 1981

In 1992, the first smartphone with touch screen was created. It was called IBM Simon. Which picture below illustrates the first smartphone in 1992?

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In 2002, the first Centibot project was launched. They are a team of autonomous robots designed to work together in an urban setting such as mapping and building surveillance. How many centibots composes a team?

• 50

• 100

• 250

• 300

In 2020, the first portable touch screen tablet called the Horseshoe Bend was released with a futuristic OLED display system capable to be folded when not in use.. Which classification of computers according to size does this belong?

• Mini Computers

• Server Computers

• Mainframe Computers

• Microcomputers

In 2016, Sophia The Robot was created. This popular humanoid robot was invented using which computer interface?

• flash drive

• Artificial Intelligence

• transistors

• Microchip