Generations of Computers Explained

What is a characteristic of first generation computers?

• Incorporation of artificial intelligence features.

• Use of transistors and integrated circuits.

• Reliance on punch cards for input.

• Use of vacuum tubes and magnetic drums.

Which generation of computers used transistors?

• Fourth generation

• Second generation

• Third generation

• First generation

What was the primary input media for second generation computers?

• Punched cards and magnetic tape

• Magnetic drums and optical discs

• USB drives and external hard drives

• Floppy disks and CDs

How did the size of third generation computers compare to first generation computers?

• Third generation computers were only slightly smaller than first generation computers.

• Third generation computers were smaller than first generation computers.

• Third generation computers had the same size as first generation computers.

• Third generation computers were larger than first generation computers.

What type of storage was commonly used in fourth generation computers?

• Magnetic tape

• Floppy disks

• Hard disk drives

• Semiconductor memory (RAM and ROM)

Which generation of computers is known for using vacuum tubes?

• First generation of computers

• Fourth generation of computers

• Second generation of computers

• Third generation of computers

What is one advantage of third generation computers over second generation?

• Increased speed and efficiency due to integrated circuits.

• Enhanced storage capacity with magnetic tape.

• Improved graphics capabilities using punch cards.

• Lower power consumption due to vacuum tubes.

What was a major advancement in fourth generation computers?

• The introduction of microprocessors.

• The use of vacuum tubes.

• The development of artificial intelligence.

• The implementation of cloud computing.

How did the speed of second generation computers compare to first generation?

• Second generation computers were only slightly faster than first generation computers.

• Second generation computers were faster than first generation computers.

• Second generation computers were slower than first generation computers.

• Second generation computers had the same speed as first generation computers.

What input media was commonly used in first generation computers?

• Hard drives and SSDs

• USB drives and DVDs

• Punched cards and magnetic tape

• Floppy disks and CDs