Computer Generations - Quiz

Q: What was the first modern analog computer?

A. Tide-predicting machine
B. Differential analyzer
C. Mechanical integrator
D. Torque amplifier

Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Explanation: The tide-predicting machine, invented by William Thomson in 1872, was the first modern analog computer.

Q: Choose the odd one out.

A. Microcomputer
B. Minicomputer
C. Supercomputer
D. Digital computer

Correct Option: D
Explanation: Microcomputer A microprocessor-based computer, consisting of an CPU, internal semiconductor memory, input and output sections and a system bus, all on one, or several monolithic IC chips inserted into one or several PC boards. Minicomputer Considered to be more capable than a microcomputer but less powerful than a mainframe. Supercomputer The largest mainframe computer featuring exceptionally high speed operation while manipulating huge amounts of information. [IBPS Clerk 2011]

Q: Which of the following is a small microprocessor based computer designed to beused by oneperson ata time?

A. Netbook
B. Supercomputer
C. Personal computer
D. Notebook

Correct Option: C
Explanation: Personal computer [SBI Clerk 2014]

Q: The second generation of computers consists of which of following?

A. Vaccum Tubes
B. Diodes
C. VLSI Microprocessor
D. Transistors

Correct Option: D
Explanation: Transistors

Q: The first computer which provides storage is

A. EDSAC
B. EDVAC
C. MARK-I
D. ACE

Correct Option: A
Explanation: EDSAC (1949) Inventor: John Von Neumann (America) Characteristics:  <ul> <li>It was first computer which provided storage capacity. </li> <li>First computer program was run on machine.</li> </ul> Applications: <ul> <li>Capable of storing instructions and data in memory.</li> <li>Used mercury delay lines for memory, vacuumtubes for logic.</li> </ul> [SSC CPO 2012]

Q: What is the definition of a computer system?

A. A machine that can be programmed to carry out sequences of arithmetic or logical operations.
B. A device used for calculating numbers and performing logical operations.
C. A nominally complete computer that includes the hardware, operating system, and peripheral equipment needed and used for full operation.
D. A group of interconnected computers that function together, such as a computer network or computer cluster.

Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Explanation: A computer system is a complete computer that includes the hardware, operating system, and peripheral equipment needed for full operation. It can also refer to a group of computers that are linked and function together, such as a computer network or computer cluster.

Q: What was the major problem in constructing Babbage's Analytical Engine?

A. Political and financial difficulties
B. Lack of skilled labor
C. Technical limitations
D. None of the above

Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Explanation: The construction of the Analytical Engine was hindered by political and financial difficulties, as well as Babbage's desire to develop an increasingly sophisticated computer.

Q: These computers work by calculating the binary digits.

A. Hybrid
B. Digital
C. Analog
D. Analog

Correct Option: B
Explanation: Digital

Q: Seismograph is an example of

A. Analog computer
B. Digital computer
C. Hybrid computer
D. All of these

Correct Option: A
Explanation: Analog computer

Q: How was data input provided to the Analytical Engine?

A. Through a printer
B. Through punched cards
C. Through a keyboard
D. Through a mouse

Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Explanation: Data input was provided to the Analytical Engine via punched cards, a method used at the time to direct mechanical looms.