The History of Computing
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Which era of computing is characterized by the use of vacuum tubes?

  • First Generation
  • Mechanical Era
  • Digital Revolution
  • Electronic Era (correct)
  • What were vacuum tubes used for in early electronic devices and computers?

  • Performing calculations
  • Displaying output
  • Storing data and instructions
  • Amplifying and switching electrical signals (correct)
  • During which time period did the first generation of computers exist?

  • 1450-1840
  • 1840-1940
  • 1946-1959 (correct)
  • 1940-Present
  • What were the basic components for memory and CPU in first generation computers?

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