Which early computer was invented by John Atanasoff and Clifford Berry?

C. ABC (Atanasoff-Berry Computer)

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71.
The invention of which component led to the beginning of the Electronic Era?
Correct Answer: B. Vacuum Tube
One-liner
The invention of the Vacuum Tube marked the beginning of the Electronic Era (first generation of computers).
72.
Compared to earlier models, modern computers are characterized by what features?
Correct Answer: D. Faster and smaller
One-liner
Modern computers are characterized by being faster and smaller compared to earlier models.
73.
Which early computer was invented by John Atanasoff and Clifford Berry?
Correct Answer: C. ABC (Atanasoff-Berry Computer)
One-liner
John Atanasoff and Clifford Berry invented the ABC (Atanasoff-Berry Computer), one of the earliest electronic digital computers.
74.
What material is primarily used to manufacture IC chips in computers?
Correct Answer: C. Silicon
One-liner
IC chips in computers are primarily manufactured using Silicon, a semiconductor material.
75.
In which year was the X Window System developed, a foundational technology for graphical user interfaces in UNIX systems?
Correct Answer: A. 1984
One-liner
The X Window System was developed in 1984 at MIT, providing the foundation for graphical user interfaces on UNIX and Linux systems.
76.
8085 is the modern version of ?
Correct Answer: A. 8080
One-liner
The 8085 microprocessor is the modern/upgraded version of the 8080 microprocessor.
77.
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Who is considered the father of the second generation of computers?
Correct Answer: D. All of these
One-liner
The father of the second generation of computers is considered to be All of these — John Bardeen, William Shockley, and Walter Brattain, who jointly invented the transistor.
78.
What was the first electronic computer called?
Correct Answer: C. ENIAC
One-liner
The first electronic computer was called ENIAC (Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer).
79.
Abacus was the first _?
Correct Answer: B. mechanical calculator
One-liner
Abacus was the first mechanical calculator.
80.
The inventor of the first Digital Computer belonged to the country:
Correct Answer: D. USA
One-liner
The inventor of the first digital computer, John Vincent Atanasoff, belonged to USA.

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