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The vacuum tube computers were developed between ______ and 1941.
The vacuum tube computers were developed between ______ and 1941.
1937
The secret German code-breaker developed in the 1940s was called ______.
The secret German code-breaker developed in the 1940s was called ______.
Colossus
ENIAC was developed by John Mauchly and J. Eckert at the University of ______.
ENIAC was developed by John Mauchly and J. Eckert at the University of ______.
Pennsylvania
The Atanasoff-Berry computer was based on ______ tubes.
The Atanasoff-Berry computer was based on ______ tubes.
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The developments in computing during the 1940s led to significant advancements such as the ______ machine.
The developments in computing during the 1940s led to significant advancements such as the ______ machine.
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The machine relies on the human ______ to create a complete computational machine.
The machine relies on the human ______ to create a complete computational machine.
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A complete computational ______ is created with the help of a human operator.
A complete computational ______ is created with the help of a human operator.
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The ______ relies on the human operator for its functionality.
The ______ relies on the human operator for its functionality.
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To create a complete computational machine, one must have a human ______.
To create a complete computational machine, one must have a human ______.
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A computational machine is not complete without the human ______.
A computational machine is not complete without the human ______.
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Personal computers were first used by ______ who built them from combinations of chips.
Personal computers were first used by ______ who built them from combinations of chips.
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The history of computing machines includes the development of ______ computers.
The history of computing machines includes the development of ______ computers.
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Computers were built using combinations of ______.
Computers were built using combinations of ______.
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In the early days, ______ played a significant role in the emergence of personal computers.
In the early days, ______ played a significant role in the emergence of personal computers.
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The development of personal computers marked a new era in the history of ______.
The development of personal computers marked a new era in the history of ______.
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The ______ device allows you to enter data and instructions into a computer.
The ______ device allows you to enter data and instructions into a computer.
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An ______ device conveys information to one or more people.
An ______ device conveys information to one or more people.
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The ______ unit contains the electronic components used to process data.
The ______ unit contains the electronic components used to process data.
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A ______ device records and retrieves items to and from storage media.
A ______ device records and retrieves items to and from storage media.
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A ______ device enables a computer to send and receive data from other devices.
A ______ device enables a computer to send and receive data from other devices.
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A social networking Web site encourages members to share their ______, ideas, stories, photos, music, and videos.
A social networking Web site encourages members to share their ______, ideas, stories, photos, music, and videos.
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Members of social networking sites can connect with other registered ______.
Members of social networking sites can connect with other registered ______.
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Photos, music, and videos are commonly shared on social ______ sites.
Photos, music, and videos are commonly shared on social ______ sites.
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Users can exchange their stories and ______ on social networking platforms.
Users can exchange their stories and ______ on social networking platforms.
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Social networking Web sites serve as a platform for users to connect and share ______.
Social networking Web sites serve as a platform for users to connect and share ______.
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Study Notes
Early Computing Machines
- The Atanasoff-Berry Computer was developed between 1937 and 1941 at Iowa State University and was based on vacuum tubes.
- Colossus was a secret German code-breaking machine developed in the 1940s.
- The ENIAC (Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer) was developed in the 1940s at the University of Pennsylvania by John Mauchly and J. Presper Eckert.
Personal Computers
- Early personal computers were built by hobbyists using combinations of chips.
- The user was responsible for creating a complete computational machine by combining different components.
Components of a Computer
- Input Device: Allows users to enter data and instructions into a computer.
- Output Device: Conveys processed information to users.
- System Unit: Houses the electronic components responsible for processing data.
- Storage Device: Records and retrieves data to and from storage media.
- Communications Device: Enables communication between computers and other devices.
Networks and the Internet
- Social networking websites facilitate sharing of interests, ideas, stories, photos, music, and videos among registered users.
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Explore the evolution of early computing machines and personal computers, including the Atanasoff-Berry Computer and ENIAC. Understand the various components that make up a computer system. This quiz will test your knowledge on the foundational technologies that paved the way for modern computing.
