Which generation of computers used vacuum tubes and magnetic drums?
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First Generation (1940–1956) used vacuum tubes, magnetic drums, machine language, punched cards, and printouts; examples: ENIAC, UNIVAC.
What replaced vacuum tubes in second-generation computers?
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Second Generation (1956–1963) used transistors replacing vacuum tubes, used assembly language, still relied on punched cards and printouts.
Who developed the first Integrated Circuit (IC) in 1958?
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First IC developed in 1958 by Jack Kilby & Robert Noyce; part of the third generation.
Which generation introduced the Intel 4004 microprocessor?
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Fourth Generation (1971–Present) introduced microprocessors, Intel 4004 was the first microprocessor.
Which generation of computers is based on Artificial Intelligence?
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Fifth Generation (Present and Beyond) based on Artificial Intelligence, uses parallel and sequential instruction execution.
Analog computers give results in what form?
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Analog Computers give results in analog form and use continuous electrical pulses, used for measuring physical quantities.
Who invented digital computers?
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Digital Computers were invented by John Vincent Atanasoff (USA).
Which type of computer combines features of both analog and digital?
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Hybrid Computers combine features of analog and digital computers.
What are the two main classifications of computer software?
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Computer Software is a set of instructions, classified into System Software and Application Software.
Which of the following is NOT a type of packaged software?
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Custom-Built Software is developed for specific user needs, while packaged software is for public use like MS Word, Excel, etc.
