Evolution of Computers
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Which factor has contributed to the increasing speed of processors?

  • Decreasing component size (correct)
  • Increasing I/O capacity
  • Increasing processor speed
  • Increasing memory size
  • Who was the first person to build a working calculator?

  • Robert Oboko
  • Oct 2023 - Jan 2024
  • Blaise Pascal (correct)
  • Gottfried Wilhelm von Leibniz
  • What programming language is named after Blaise Pascal?

  • Robert Oboko
  • Gottfried Wilhelm von Leibniz
  • Pascal programming language (correct)
  • Oct 2023 - Jan 2024
  • Which mathematician developed a mechanical device that could perform addition?

    <p>Gottfried Wilhelm von Leibniz</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some characteristics of the evolution of computers?

    <p>Increasing processor speed and decreasing component size</p> Signup and view all the answers

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