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History & Generations MCQs with Answers

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History & Generations of Computers MCQs (91–97)

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91.
When was the world's first laptop computer introduced in the market and by whom?
Correct Answer: D. Epson, 1981
One-liner
The world's first laptop computer was introduced by Epson in 1981.
92.
Which was the first computer made available for commercial use?
Correct Answer: B. UNIVAC
One-liner
The first computer made available for commercial use was UNIVAC (Universal Automatic Computer).
93.
Which one among the following is called the first generation computer?
Correct Answer: C. Leo
One-liner
Leo (Lyons Electronic Office) is considered the first generation computer, being the world's first business computer developed in 1951.
94.
Who invented the first computer?
Correct Answer: A. Charles Babbage
One-liner
The first computer was invented by Charles Babbage, who designed the Analytical Engine and is known as the "Father of the Computer."
95.
Past Paper MCQ
Stored program architecture was proposed by:
Correct Answer: A. John von Neumann
One-liner
The stored program architecture was proposed by John von Neumann.
96.
Past Paper MCQ
Generation using microprocessors:
Correct Answer: D. 4th Generation
One-liner
The 4th Generation of computers is characterized by the use of microprocessors, which integrated the entire CPU onto a single chip.
97.
Past Paper MCQ
The basic structure of computer was developed by
Correct Answer: B. John Von Neumann
One-liner
The basic structure of computer was developed by John Von Neumann.