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What made the third-generation computers particularly notable?
What made the third-generation computers particularly notable?
- They were the first to introduce graphical user interfaces.
- They were popular and accessible due to reduced costs. (correct)
- They could only perform basic calculations.
- They exclusively used punch cards for input.
Which characteristic is associated with fifth-generation computers?
Which characteristic is associated with fifth-generation computers?
- They primarily focus on performing real human tasks. (correct)
- They are solely intended for corporate use.
- They only utilize disk drives for storage.
- They operate using only command line interfaces.
Which technology is NOT mentioned as a sophisticated software or memory technology in the context of integrated circuit computers?
Which technology is NOT mentioned as a sophisticated software or memory technology in the context of integrated circuit computers?
- Quantum computing systems (correct)
- SSD (Solid State Drive)
- Graphical user interfaces
- Memory technologies
What innovation did the micro-processor computers bring?
What innovation did the micro-processor computers bring?
Which statement about input and output in computers is correct?
Which statement about input and output in computers is correct?
Flashcards
Third-generation computers
Third-generation computers
Third-generation computers were more affordable and accessible than previous models, popularized by machines like POP-1 and PDP-8.
Microprocessor computers
Microprocessor computers
Computers based on microprocessors, a key component in modern computing.
Personal computers
Personal computers
Computers designed for individual use, encompassing desktops and laptops.
Graphical User Interfaces (GUI)
Graphical User Interfaces (GUI)
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Solid State Drives (SSD)
Solid State Drives (SSD)
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Study Notes
Integrated Circuit Computers
- Integrated circuit computers use keyboards and monitors for input/output.
- Third-generation systems were popular and multi-tasking.
- Reduced costs, e.g., POP-1, PDP-8.
Fourth-Generation Computers (1970s - Present)
- Microprocessor-based computers.
- Introduced personal computers and laptops.
- Use of graphical user interfaces.
- Sophisticated software.
- Memory technologies like SSD (Solid-state drives), RAM.
Fifth-Generation Computers
- Between the present and beyond.
- AI-based tasks, real human capabilities.
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