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What was the main drawback of the first generation computers?
What was the main drawback of the first generation computers?
Which American duo built the ENIAC, one of the first electronic computers?
Which American duo built the ENIAC, one of the first electronic computers?
What technology replaced mechanical switches in the first generation computer MARK 1?
What technology replaced mechanical switches in the first generation computer MARK 1?
Which hardware component was crucial for the advancement of computers and as big as light bulbs?
Which hardware component was crucial for the advancement of computers and as big as light bulbs?
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What technology was introduced in 1957 as a faster and more compact method of storing data?
What technology was introduced in 1957 as a faster and more compact method of storing data?
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What was the main purpose of using punched cards in early computers?
What was the main purpose of using punched cards in early computers?
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What was the main issue with vacuum tubes in early computers?
What was the main issue with vacuum tubes in early computers?
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Why did computer scientists of the second generation invent transistors?
Why did computer scientists of the second generation invent transistors?
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What advantage did transistors have over vacuum tubes?
What advantage did transistors have over vacuum tubes?
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Which computer series was introduced in the third generation era and was used for business and scientific programs?
Which computer series was introduced in the third generation era and was used for business and scientific programs?
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What technology marked the beginning of the third generation of computers?
What technology marked the beginning of the third generation of computers?
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Where were silicone chips manufactured in 1961, paving the way for advancements in computer technology?
Where were silicone chips manufactured in 1961, paving the way for advancements in computer technology?
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Who is credited with creating the first calculator or adding machine, known as Pascaline?
Who is credited with creating the first calculator or adding machine, known as Pascaline?
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Which inventor developed the early mechanical calculator in 1673 for performing arithmetic operations more quickly and accurately?
Which inventor developed the early mechanical calculator in 1673 for performing arithmetic operations more quickly and accurately?
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In which year did Joseph Marie Jacquard play a significant role in the development of the earliest programmable loom, the 'Jacquard loom'?
In which year did Joseph Marie Jacquard play a significant role in the development of the earliest programmable loom, the 'Jacquard loom'?
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What was the purpose of John Napier's calculating device known as 'Napier's Bones'?
What was the purpose of John Napier's calculating device known as 'Napier's Bones'?
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Which inventor developed the mechanical calculator machine in 1823 for automated arithmetic operations?
Which inventor developed the mechanical calculator machine in 1823 for automated arithmetic operations?
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What major project was the Harvard Mark I, or IBM Automatic Sequence Controlled Calculator Mark I, primarily involved in?
What major project was the Harvard Mark I, or IBM Automatic Sequence Controlled Calculator Mark I, primarily involved in?
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