Milestones of Computer Evolution
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Who invented the first official electronic computer?

  • Apple
  • IBM team
  • John Atanasoff (correct)
  • Eckert and Mauchly
  • What was the purpose of the first general-purpose computer designed by Eckert and Mauchly?

    Business use

    The first high-level programming language was created in 1964.

    False

    What significant feature did the first computer with integrated circuits introduced by IBM have?

    <p>Integrated circuits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the first microcomputer introduced in 1975?

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

    When did Microsoft release Windows for IBM computers?

    <p>1985</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did the Internet come into existence?

    <p>1969</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What organization was interested in connecting computers in the mid-1960s?

    <p>Department of Defense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Private individuals do not use the Internet.

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

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    Milestones of Computer Evolution

    • 1939: John Atanasoff invented the first electronic computer, marking the beginning of the digital age.
    • 1951: Eckert and Mauchly designed the first computer for business use, expanding computer usage beyond research institutions.
    • 1957: The first high-level programming language was created for engineering and science problems, enabling more complex programming tasks.
    • 1964: The first computer with integrated circuits was announced by IBM, leading to smaller and more versatile computers.
    • 1975: The first microcomputer, the Altair, was introduced, using the Intel 8080 processor, becoming the precursor to modern computers.
    • 1981: IBM released the "IBM PC", a computer geared towards practical use, signaling a shift towards consumer needs.
    • 1984: Apple introduced the Macintosh computer, with a "user-friendly" operating system, further pushing the use of computers for consumers.
    • 1989: Microsoft released Windows for IBM computers, marking the beginning of the most popular operating system in the world.

    History of the Internet

    • The Internet is comprised of interconnected networks, allowing communication between computers, organizations, and individuals.
    • Before the Internet, computers could not communicate with each other, limiting research collaboration.
    • The Advanced Research Projects Agency (ARPA) sought a way to connect computers to share research findings and reduce duplication of effort.
    • In 1967, the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) suggested a network of computers, with each computer having its own unique address.
    • The first connection was established in 1969, connecting UCLA with Stanford, UCSB, and the University of Utah using a communication protocol called NCP.
    • The Internet was initially funded by the US Department of Defense for research purposes.
    • The development of TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) enabled communication between different computer networks.
    • The creation of the World Wide Web by Tim Berners-Lee in 1989 revolutionized information access and sharing.

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    Explore the key developments in computer history from the invention of the electronic computer to the rise of personal computing. This quiz covers pivotal moments that shaped technology, including the introduction of programming languages and integrated circuits. Test your knowledge on how these innovations changed the digital landscape.

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