Generations of Computers and Computer Components Quiz
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Which generation of computers are mini computers and micro computers from?

  • Third (correct)
  • Second
  • Fourth
  • First
  • Which component is used for logical operations or comparisons such as less than, equal to, or greater than?

  • Arithmetic and Logic Unit (correct)
  • Both of above
  • None of above
  • Control Unit
  • What was the operating speed of third generation computers?

  • Picoseconds
  • Milliseconds
  • Nanoseconds
  • Microseconds (correct)
  • Which of the following statements about Mark I computer is true?

    <p>Mark I was 40 feet long</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Charles Babbage considered the father of modern computers?

    <p>All of above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which device is used only for data entry and storage, and never for processing?

    <p>Dumb terminal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the first computer brought in Nepal?

    <p>ICL/2950</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of a key-to-tape data entry system?

    <p>A large percentage of editing can be performed at the time of data entry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Basic' is which type of language?

    <p>A procedural</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Computer Generations

    • Mini computers and micro computers belong to the third and fourth generations of computers, respectively.

    Logical Operations

    • The Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) is the component responsible for performing logical operations or comparisons such as less than, equal to, or greater than.

    Third Generation Computers

    • The operating speed of third generation computers was measured in microseconds.

    Mark I Computer

    • Mark I computer was the first computer that used tubes (vacuum tubes) as its electronic components.

    Charles Babbage

    • Charles Babbage is considered the father of modern computers because he designed and partially built the Analytical Engine, a mechanical computer.

    Input/Output Devices

    • A keyboard is an input device used only for data entry and not for processing.

    Computers in Nepal

    • The first computer brought to Nepal was an IBM 1401 system.

    Data Entry Systems

    • The primary advantage of a key-to-tape data entry system is that it allows for faster data entry.

    Programming Languages

    • 'Basic' is a high-level programming language.

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    Test your knowledge on computer generations and components with this quiz. Questions cover topics such as mini computers, micro computers, logical operations, operating speeds, and historical computer models.

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