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Which generation of computers are mini computers and micro computers from?
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?
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?
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?
Which of the following statements about Mark I computer is true?
Why is Charles Babbage considered the father of modern computers?
Why is Charles Babbage considered the father of modern computers?
Which device is used only for data entry and storage, and never for processing?
Which device is used only for data entry and storage, and never for processing?
What was the first computer brought in Nepal?
What was the first computer brought in Nepal?
What is the primary advantage of a key-to-tape data entry system?
What is the primary advantage of a key-to-tape data entry system?
'Basic' is which type of language?
'Basic' is which type of language?
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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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