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COM 101 COM 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Which of these characterize first generation computers?
Options
A They are portable and easy to use
B They occupy large space and require perpetual human intervention
Correct Answer
C They occupy large space and have high processing capability
D They dissipate a lot heat and have small circuits with no human intervention
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

First-generation computers (1940s-1950s) used vacuum tubes, were enormous (room-sized), consumed vast power, generated excessive heat, and required significant manual intervention for programming and operation.

Hint

Think of ENIAC - huge and labor-intensive.

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