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Nikita Kanadi
The machine was capable to do one job at a time, therefore batch processing was adopted. The language used by these computers was machine language and assembly language. Example of Computers: UNIVAC, IBM 650
DISADVANTAGES:
They generate more heat causing many problems in temperature regulation and climate control. Tubes were subject to frequent burn-out.
The orientation was towards multiple users i.e. the machine was capable to process multiple tasks concurrently. The high level languages like FORTRAN, COBOL, BASIC etc. were used as the languages by the computer. Example of Computers: IBM 1400 and 7000 series, General
Integrated circuits replaced transistors. Inspite of their smaller size they were capable to perform better than transistors. For data input and output operations monitors and keyboards replaced the punched cards. For external storage magnetic disks were used. Sophisticated operating systems, which were capable of handling several jobs concurrently were used. More advanced high level languages like PASCAL were used. Example of computers: IBM System
ADVANTAGES:
RELIABILITY Unlike vacuum tubes, silicon will not break down easily. It is very seldom that you will have to replace it. LOW COST Silicon chips are relatively cheap because of their small size and availability in the market. It also consumes less electricity.
The circuits used microprocessors of virtually microscopic size, which led to drastic cut on the size of computer. The input output devices were the same monitors, keyboard, printer etc.
Size
TODAYS COMPUTER
5th generation
Is classified as fifth generation computers. Faster, more powerful, tremendous data storage and processing capacity New brands and models would come out the market almost every other month.
Computers became more affordable Computers can now be found in homes, schools, offices etc. There has been a tremendous improvement in software technology Different software applications to choose from: word processing, spreadsheets, database management, games and entertainment. Computer subjects are now being offered not just to college students but even to high school and elementary. Computers are now used as an aid in teaching math, science etc.
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