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Which technology was characteristic of the first generation of computers?
Which technology was characteristic of the first generation of computers?
- Integrated circuits
- Microprocessors
- Vacuum tubes (correct)
- Transistors
What was a key characteristic of second-generation computers?
What was a key characteristic of second-generation computers?
- Massive size
- Use of integrated circuits
- Introduction of high-level programming languages
- Faster processing speeds (correct)
Which computer is an example of a second-generation computer known for its business applications?
Which computer is an example of a second-generation computer known for its business applications?
- IBM 1401 (correct)
- Personal computers
- ENIAC
- IBM System/360
What technology characterized the third generation of computers?
What technology characterized the third generation of computers?
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What was a significant development in the fourth generation of computers?
What was a significant development in the fourth generation of computers?
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Which characteristic was specific to the second generation of computers?
Which characteristic was specific to the second generation of computers?
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What was a significant advancement in the third generation of computers?
What was a significant advancement in the third generation of computers?
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Which technology was characteristic of the first generation of computers?
Which technology was characteristic of the first generation of computers?
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What was a key development in the fourth generation of computers?
What was a key development in the fourth generation of computers?
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Which computer is an example of a first-generation computer known for its use of vacuum tubes?
Which computer is an example of a first-generation computer known for its use of vacuum tubes?
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