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explain the difference between the diffrence genrations of computers.how did science contribute to these developments?​

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Explain the differences between the different generations of computers. How did science contribute to these developments?

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Generations of computer technology refers to the changes made in the computer technology over the time. Earlier, computer used to be a big machine with a lot of heavy wiring, whereas nowadays, a computer can be carried in hands. Initially, the changes made were limited to those made in hardware technology. However, now it includes both hardware and software developments. The table given below shows the five generations of computers :

Generation Year Technology

First 1946-1959 Vacuum tube based

Examples: UNIVAC and ENIAC

Second 1959-1965 Transistor based

These are not in use.

Third 1965-1971 Integrated circuit based

These are not in use.

Fourth 1971-1980 VLSI microprocessor based

Example: micro computers or personal computers include desktop, laptop, palmtop, supercomputer, etc.

Fifth 1980 to till date Under process

Example: Robot and artificial intelligence