History of Computing
Computer Studies · 50 practice questions
Pre-computing age (19th century) devices - abacus, slide rule, Napier's bones, Pascal calculator, Leibnitz multiplier, Jacquard loom, Charles Babbage's Analytical Engine, Hollerith census machine and Burroughs machine; 20th century computing devices - ENIAC, EDVAC, UNIVAC 1, desktop personal computers; the history and contributions of their founders.
- Identify the various computing devices since the beginning of counting/computing.
- Discuss the contributions and uses of each of the founders of these devices.
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- Practice question 1
The historical study of computing devices reveals a consistent trend toward smaller size, greater speed, and
- A.larger size over time, despite greater speed
- B.lower cost over time
- C.no meaningful change in cost over time
- D.higher cost over time, despite smaller size and greater speed
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B. lower cost over time
This trend, smaller, faster, and cheaper, is a hallmark pattern seen throughout computing history.
- Practice question 2
The development of computing devices progressed from simple manual counting tools to
- A.a single unchanging design used throughout history
- B.complex electronic systems over many centuries
- C.devices used exclusively for military purposes
- D.simpler manual tools over a very short period
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B. complex electronic systems over many centuries
Computing history shows a long-term evolution from basic manual tools toward increasingly complex electronic systems.
- Practice question 3
The abacus is widely regarded as one of the earliest counting devices, employing
- A.silicon chips for calculation
- B.beads on rods for calculation
- C.punched cards for calculation
- D.vacuum tubes for calculation
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B. beads on rods for calculation
The abacus is a simple manual calculating tool that uses beads sliding along rods.
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