Generations of Computer
Fist Generation of Computers (1942-1955) The beginning of commercial computer age is from UNIVAC (Universal Automatic Computer). The first generation computers were used during 1942-1955. They were based on vacuum tubes. Examples of first generation computers are ENIVAC and UNIVAC-1. Advantages : Vacuum tubes were the only electronic component available during those days.• Vacuum tube technology made possible to make electronic digital computers.• These computers could calculate data in millisecond. Disadvantages : The computers were very large in size. They consumed a large amount of energy. Non-portable. Limited commercial use. Very slow speed. Used machine language only. Used magnetic drums which provide very less data storage. Second Generation Computers (1955-1964) The second generation computers used transistors. The size of the computers was decreased by replacing vacuum tubes with transistors. The example...