History and Evolution of Computers

The transcript outlines the evolution of computers from the 1800s to the 2000s, highlighting key developments such as the creation of the first programmable computer by Konrad Zuse, the use of computers during World War II, the transition from vacuum tubes to transistors, and the rise of personal computers. It also covers significant innovations by companies like IBM and Apple, leading to modern computing advancements.

Who created the first programmable computer, the Z1, in the 1930s?

• John von Neumann

• Alan Turing

• Charles Babbage

• Konrad Zuse

What was the primary purpose of the Colossus computer during World War II?

• Managing logistics

• Simulating nuclear reactions

• Breaking complex ciphers

• Performing ballistic calculations

Which computer language was developed by Grace Hopper in 1953?

• BASIC

• Pascal

• COBOL

• FORTRAN

What was the significance of the Altair 8800, launched in 1975?

• First computer with a mouse

• First computer with a graphical user interface

• First computer to use transistors

• First personal computer

Which company introduced the first IBM PC in 1981?

• IBM

• Microsoft

• Dell

• Apple

What was the first personal computer to feature a graphical user interface, launched by Apple in 1983?

• Apple Lisa

• Apple I

• Apple II

• Macintosh

Which company launched the first dynamic access memory chip, DRAM, in 1970?

• Intel

• IBM

• Apple

• Microsoft

Which computer was known for its clear, customizable case and was introduced by Apple in 1998?

• Power Mac

• iMac G3

• Apple G5

• MacBook

What was the first true 64-bit personal computer launched by Apple in 2003?

• iMac G3

• MacBook Pro

• Apple G5

• Mac Mini

What innovation did IBM introduce with the Personal System 2 in 1987?

• First use of a mouse for IBM computers

• First use of a graphical user interface

• First use of a touch screen

• First use of a wireless network