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Computer Generation and types - Coggle Diagram
Computer Generation and types
Generations
1st Gen
First Generation (1940s-1950s):
Used vacuum tubes for circuitry.
Large and expensive machines with limited processing power.
Examples include ENIAC and UNIVAC I.
2nd Gen
Second Generation (1950s-1960s):
Introduced transistors as a replacement for vacuum tubes.
Smaller, faster, and more reliable computers.
Examples include IBM 7090 and CDC 1604.
3rd Gen
Third Generation (1960s-1970s):
Integrated circuits (ICs) were developed, enabling miniaturization and increased performance.
Mainframe and mini computers became more accessible.
Examples include IBM System/360 and DEC PDP-8.
4th Gen
Fourth Generation (1970s-1980s):
Microprocessors were introduced, integrating multiple components onto a single chip.
Personal computers (PCs) emerged, making computing more accessible to individuals.
Examples include Apple II, IBM PC, and Commodore 64.
5th Gen
Fifth Generation (1980s-Present):
Advancements in parallel processing, artificial intelligence, and high-performance computing.
Development of supercomputers and advanced computing architectures.
Examples include Cray-2, IBM Watson, and modern smartphones.