History of Computing: Important Figures

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Who is credited with developing the first compiler and the COBOL language, making writing computer programs much easier?

Grace Hopper

What is the purpose of primary storage, as mentioned in the text?

To allow the computer to run programs and access data quickly

What role did Mauchly and Eckert play in the history of computing?

Developed the first electronic computer, ENIAC

What do output devices allow your computer to do, as mentioned in the text?

<p>Display the results of computations made by the computer</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of primary storage?

<p>To perform normal computer activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of secondary storage?

<p>Cloud storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of network connects computers far away from each other?

<p>WAN</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of system software?

<p>Operating system</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the CPU (central processing unit)?

<p>Where all the instructions are executed</p> Signup and view all the answers

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