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What was a key feature of the third generation of computers?
What was a key feature of the third generation of computers?
What was a disadvantage of the third generation of computers?
What was a disadvantage of the third generation of computers?
What is a feature of Very Large Scale Integrated (VLSI) circuits?
What is a feature of Very Large Scale Integrated (VLSI) circuits?
What was an advantage of the third generation of computers?
What was an advantage of the third generation of computers?
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What was a new input device introduced in the third generation of computers?
What was a new input device introduced in the third generation of computers?
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What was another generation of computers that developed after the third generation?
What was another generation of computers that developed after the third generation?
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What was the first company to develop a microprocessor used in fourth generation computers?
What was the first company to develop a microprocessor used in fourth generation computers?
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What type of chip technology was used in fourth generation computers?
What type of chip technology was used in fourth generation computers?
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What was a notable feature of fourth generation computers?
What was a notable feature of fourth generation computers?
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What was a characteristic of the supercomputers developed in the fourth generation?
What was a characteristic of the supercomputers developed in the fourth generation?
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What was a disadvantage of fourth generation computers?
What was a disadvantage of fourth generation computers?
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What type of programming languages were used in fifth generation computers?
What type of programming languages were used in fifth generation computers?
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What was the primary reason for replacing vacuum tubes with transistors in the second generation of computers?
What was the primary reason for replacing vacuum tubes with transistors in the second generation of computers?
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What was introduced in the second generation of computers, which was faster and more reliable?
What was introduced in the second generation of computers, which was faster and more reliable?
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What was the primary input method used in second-generation computers?
What was the primary input method used in second-generation computers?
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What was a significant advantage of second-generation computers?
What was a significant advantage of second-generation computers?
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What was a disadvantage of second-generation computers?
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What paved the way for the development of the third generation of computers?
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Study Notes
Generation of Computers
- Fourth generation computers were more adaptable, faster, and more reliable than previous generations.
- They were also portable, small, and required less electricity.
- Intel developed the first microprocessor used in fourth generation computers.
- Fourth generation computers used LSI chip technology, making them incredibly powerful and small.
Advantages of Fourth Generation
- They were smaller and more dependable.
- GUI (Graphics User Interface) technology was used to provide users with better comfort.
Disadvantages of Fourth Generation
- They used complex VLSI Chips, which required advanced technology for manufacturing.
- Building these computers required Integrated Circuits (ICs) and cutting-edge technology.
Fifth Generation of Computers
- Computers of this generation use artificial intelligence (AI) to perform various tasks.
- They use programming languages such as Python, R, C#, Java, etc.
- Microchips or integrated circuits are used, making it possible to create smaller, cheaper, and faster computers.
Third Generation of Computers
- They were much faster than previous generations, with computational times reduced from microseconds to nanoseconds.
- New input devices like the mouse and keyboard were introduced, replacing older methods like punch cards.
- New functionalities like multiprogramming and time-sharing, and remote processing were introduced.
Advantages of Third Generation
- The use of integrated circuits made them more reliable.
- They were smaller in size and required less space than previous generations.
Disadvantages of Third Generation
- Advanced technology was needed to manufacture IC chips.
- Formal training was necessary to operate third-gen computers.
Second Generation of Computers
- They replaced vacuum tubes with transistors, making them smaller, faster, and more efficient.
- Magnetic core memory was introduced, which was faster and more reliable.
- They were smaller and more portable, making them accessible to a wider audience.
Advantages of Second Generation
- They provided better speed and improved accuracy.
- Computers developed in this era were smaller, more reliable, and capable of using less power.
Disadvantages of Second Generation
- They were only used for specific objectives and required frequent maintenance.
- They used punch cards for input, which required frequent maintenance.
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Learn about the features and characteristics of fourth generation computers, including their adaptability, primary storage capacity, and portability.
