Which of the following is first generation of computer
EDSAC
IBM-1401
CDC-1604
ICL-2900
Correct Answer :
A. EDSAC
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Hybrid computer
Mainframe computer
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Examination score
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All of these
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Counter
Adder
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APL
COBOL
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Hard Disk
Floppy Disk
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81
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Laser printer
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Spam
Trash
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computers
modern television
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General purpose computer
All Purpose Computer
None of above
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Input unit
Output unit
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Control Unit
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First Generation
Second Generation
Third Generation
Fourth Generation
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1642
1837
1880
1850
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Accuracy
Storage
Versatility
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1978
1984
1990
1991
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second generation
third generation
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