History and Evolution of Human Capabilities and Computers

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What type of interaction paradigm was primarily used in early computers?

  • Natural Language Processing (NLP)
  • Command-Line Interface (CLI) (correct)
  • Gesture-Based Interaction
  • Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR)

Which technology revolutionized computer interaction by making it more intuitive and visually appealing?

  • Gesture-Based Interaction
  • Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR)
  • Graphical User Interface (GUI) (correct)
  • Natural Language Processing (NLP)

What type of computing involves systems that adapt their behavior based on the user's context?

  • Ubiquitous Computing
  • Context-Aware Computing (correct)
  • Natural Language Processing (NLP)
  • Collaborative and Social Computing

Which technology enables users to interact through spoken or written language with computers?

<p>Natural Language Processing (NLP) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which computing vision involves seamlessly integrating computing into everyday objects and environments?

<p>Ubiquitous Computing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What technology offers users immersive experiences in virtual environments or overlays digital information onto the real world?

<p>Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were some of the cognitive abilities that early humans developed over millions of years?

<p>Tool-making skills (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which device from the 17th century was considered a mechanical calculator?

<p>Stepped reckoner (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who proposed the concept of the Analytical Engine, an early electromechanical device?

<p>Charles Babbage (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which development in the mid-20th century led to the miniaturization of computers?

<p>Development of transistors and integrated circuits (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which era saw the emergence of personal computers, leading to widespread adoption?

<p>1970s (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a key contribution of companies like Apple and IBM to the evolution of computers?

<p>Democratization of computing power through personal computers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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