Module 3 - Evolution of Computing

How computers began?

What is the first mechanical device for calculation?

• Abacus

• Pascaline

Who invented the Pascaline?

• Charles Babbage

• Louis Pascal

Who is known as the 'Father of Computer'?

• Charles Babbage

• Herman Hollerith

What is the analytical engine powered by?

• Electricity

• Steam Engine

What is the tabulating machine capable of?

• Reading data

• Storing data

• Processing data

What does ENIAC stand for?

• Electronic Numerical Integrator and Calculator

• Universal Automatic Computer

What are the first generation computers known for?

• Using vacuum tubes

• Using transistors

What period did the second generation computers develop?

• 1956 to 1963

• 1941 to 1956

What is a characteristic of third generation computers?

• Smaller size

• Larger size