Question :

The main electronic component used in first generation computers was


A) Transistors
B) Vacuum Tubes and Valves
C) Integrated Circuits
D) None of above

Answer : B

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Related Questions - 1


Why are vacuum tubes also called valves?


A) Because they can amplify the weak signals and make them strong
B) Because they can stop or allow the flow of current
C) Both of above
D) None of above

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Related Questions - 2


A physical connection between the microprocessor memory and other parts of the microcomputer is known as


A) Path
B) Address bus
C) Route
D) All of the above

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Related Questions - 3


When was vacuum tube invented ?


A) 1900
B) 1906
C) 1910
D) 1880

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Related Questions - 4


What type of control pins are needed in a microprocessor to regulate traffic on the bus, in order to prevent two devices from trying to use it at the same time?


A) Bus control
B) Interrupts
C) Bus arbitration
D) Status

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Related Questions - 5


A modern electronic computer is a machine that is meant for


A) Doing quick mathematical calculations
B) Input, storage, manipulation and outputting of data
C) Electronic data processing
D) Performing repetitive tasks accurately

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