Exploring Early Computing Devices

What is an abacus used for?

• A tool for measuring distances

• A device for storing data

• A machine for printing documents

• Performing arithmetic calculations.

Who is known as the 'Father of Modern Computers'?

• Charles Babbage

• Alan Turing

• Ada Lovelace

• Bill Gates

What was the first general purpose computer designed by Charles Babbage?

• Difference Engine

• UNIVAC

• ENIAC

• Analytical Engine

What is a microprocessor?

• A microprocessor is a software application for data analysis.

• A microprocessor is the brain of a computer that processes data and executes instructions.

• A microprocessor is a type of memory storage device.

• A microprocessor is a peripheral device.

What does VLSI stand for?

• Variable Large Scale Integration

• Very Low Scale Integration

• Very Large Scale Integration

• Vast Logic System Integration

What is the main component of modern computers?

• Central Processing Unit (CPU)

• Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

• Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

• Random Access Memory (RAM)

Which generation of computers used microprocessors?

• Fifth generation of computers

• Second generation of computers

• Fourth generation of computers

• Third generation of computers

What is the purpose of the beads in an abacus?

• The beads serve as a timer for calculations.

• The beads are meant to hold the abacus together.

• The beads are used for decoration purposes.

• The beads are used to represent numerical values.

What type of engineer was Charles Babbage?

• Mechanical engineer

• Electrical engineer

• Civil engineer

• Software engineer

What is the Difference Engine?

• A software program used for statistical analysis.

• A digital computer created by Alan Turing for data processing.

• A mechanical calculator to compute polynomial functions.

• A type of modern smartphone designed for calculations.