Computing History & Terminology - Chapter 1
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Who is considered the pioneer in data processing and an influential figure in computing history?

  • Blaise Pascal
  • Charles Babbage
  • Ada Lovelace
  • Herman Hollerith (correct)
  • What is the oldest known calculating tool used for basic arithmetic operations?

  • Pascal's Calculator
  • Analytical Engine
  • ENIAC
  • Abacus (correct)
  • Who is credited with writing the first algorithm intended for machine execution?

  • Herman Hollerith
  • Blaise Pascal
  • Charles Babbage
  • Ada Lovelace (correct)
  • Which technology significantly impacted various industries and contributed to modern computing foundations?

    <p>Punched cards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the ENIAC computer mainly used for during World War II?

    <p>Military purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technological development enabled the manufacture of smaller and more efficient devices like smartphones and tablets?

    <p>Microprocessors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which concept predicts a doubling in the number of transistors inside microprocessors approximately every two years?

    <p>Moore's Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significantly changed how we interact with technology and information, making it accessible to the general public?

    <p>Personal Computers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emerged in the late 20th century as a way to connect computers globally and has become an integral part of daily life and work?

    <p>Internet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a set of raw facts or materials that have not yet been organized or processed?

    <p>Data</p> Signup and view all the answers

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