Which computer marked the beginning of modern computing in the 1940s?
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The question is asking for identification of which computer is regarded as the start of modern computing in the 1940s. It provides multiple-choice options to select from, focusing on significant computers from that era.
Answer
ENIAC
The ENIAC marked the beginning of modern computing in the 1940s.
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The ENIAC marked the beginning of modern computing in the 1940s.
More Information
The ENIAC, completed in 1945, is recognized as the first general-purpose programmable digital computer, setting a precedent for future computing systems.
Tips
Common mistakes include confusing the ENIAC with earlier theoretical concepts like the Turing Machine, which was not a practical computer.
Sources
- The world's first general purpose computer turns 75 | Penn Today - penntoday.upenn.edu
- The Modern History of Computing - plato.stanford.edu
- Modern Computing: A Short History, 1945-2022 - Forbes - forbes.com
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