Question

What is the time period for first generation of computer ?

Answer 1

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Computer - First Generation. The period of first generation was from 1946-1959. The computers of first generation used vacuum tubes as the basic components for memory and circuitry for CPU (Central Processing Unit). These tubes, like electric bulbs, produced a lot of heat and the installations used to fuse frequently.

Answer 2

The time period of the first generation was from 1946-1959.

• The first generation computer was invented by J.P.Eckert and J.W. Mauchy.

• Vacuum tubes were used as a major piece of technology in the first generation of computers.

• These computers were huge and were limited to basic calculations.

• The examples of first-generation computers are-

1. ENIAC
2. EDVAC
3. UNIVAC
4. IBM-701
5. IBM-650

• They used to get heat up very quickly and eventually shut get shutdown.