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COM 101 Generations of Computers Objective Question

Question

Which of the following is an example of a third-generation computer?
Options
A IBM 1620
B ENIAC
C IBM System/360
Correct Answer
D Apple Macintosh
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The IBM System/360 is listed as an example of a third-generation computer. The IBM 1620 is second-generation, ENIAC is first-generation, and Apple Macintosh is a fourth-generation microcomputer.

Hint

This model series from IBM is a classic example of a mainframe computer from the integrated circuit era.

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