Science Computer Generations Question #3310
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QThe third generation computers were made with

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  • A bio chips
  • B transistors
  • C integrated circuits
  • D discrete components
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Generation: Third (1964-71)

Switching Device: Integrated Circuits (ICs) (Made up of silicon)

Storage Device/Speed: Magnetic core as primary storage medium (100 nano seconds)

Operating System: Real-time system (High level language (FORTRAN, COBOL, ALGOL))

Characteristics:

  • Consumed less power.
  • Highly sophisticated technology required.

Applications:

Database management system e.g. NCR-395, B6500, etc.


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