ASSIGNMENT TOPIC

"Generation of Computer 1st To 5th"

Submitted To:

Miss.Tehseen Fatima

Submitted By:

Samar Shahzad

Roll No:

084

Semester:

1st

Class:

BSCS

Section (Grey)

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First Generation of Computer: Vacuum Tubes (1940–1956)

The first generation of the computer relied on the machine language, the lowest level
programming language which was understood by the computers to perform the various functions
and operations.

Advantages of The First Generation of The Computer

• The computer was very fast to calculate.

• The vacuum tube technology made possible the advent of electronic computers.

• Those days this was the only electronic.

Disadvantages of The First Generation of The Computer

• The first generation of computer is not portable.

• It is not reliable devices.

• An air-conditioned is required.

Second Generation of Computer: Transistors (1959–1965)

Advantages of The Second Generation of The Computer

• More reliable than the first generation.

• Good speed and can calculate the data in the microseconds.

• Smaller in the size as compared to the first generation.

Disadvantages of The Second Generation of The Computer

• The cooling system is required.

• More expensive and non-versatile.

• Used for specific purposes.

In this generation, the computer can run many applications at one time. This generation of
the computer is small, cheaper and reliable than its predecessors.

Advantages of The Third Generation of The Computer

• More portable.

• Consume less energy.

• Maintenance cost is lo than its predecessor.

Disadvantages of The Third Generation of The Computer

• Highly sophisticated production was cheaper and easier.

Fourth Generation of Computer: Microprocessors (1971–2010)

The fourth generation of the computer became more powerful and could be linked together
to form the networks which led to internet development. In the fourth generation of computer, we
saw the development of the GUIs, keyboard, mouse and other hand handled devices.

Advantages of The Fourth Generation of The Computer

• The air conditioner is not required.

• Totally used for general purposes.

• Small and compact in size.

• Heat generated is negligible which is good.

• Faster than its predecessor.

Disadvantages of The Fourth Generation of The Computer

• Highly sophisticated technology is used for the manufacture of LSI chips.

Fifth Generation of Computer: Artificial Intelligence (2010 — Present)

The fifth generation of the computer is based on artificial intelligence and still in
development. There are many applications which are used in this generation like voice
recognition which is being used today.

Advantages of The Fifth Generation of The Computer

• More reliable and faster than its predecessor.

• Easily available in different sizes with unique and different features.

Disadvantages of The Fifth Generation of The Computer

• Disadvantages of the fifth generation of the computer have yet to be agreed upon.

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Super Computers

Advantages of Super Computer

• Enhance your Protection:

This supercomputer can easily decrypt your password for your security purpose.

• Not more expensive according to work:

More organizations use this computer as part time, because supercomputer is able to perform big
task in few times.

• Implement in filming:

The supercomputer has superb power of rending the animation in excellent result.

Other Advantages are:

• Protect to environment

• Advance Graphic capability

Disadvantages of Supercomputer
 • More Expensive

• Need more space for setup

• Not useful for broad applications

• Not able to replace physical testing

• Need well trained staff

• Required more maintenance

• Need massive external storage for huge data

• High power requirements

• Need water cooling in addition to an A/C system, because supercomputer produces more
heat during processing time.

Mini Computers

Advantages of Mini Computers

• Easy to carry on

• Best for Productive People

• Low in price

• Longer battery life

Disadvantages of Mini Computers

• Small screen

• Low storage

• Small keyboard

• Operating systems with fewer features

• No CD/DVD player

Micro Computers
Advantages of Micro Computers

• Small size

• For making apps

• Maintenance is easy

• Used in businesses

• Widely used

• Low cost

Disadvantages of Micro Computers

• Least powerful

• Weak in performance

• Negative Physical Effects

• Lack of Security

• Difficult to Upgrade

Mainframe Computers

Advantages of Mainframe Computer

• High-end scalability

• Long-lasting performance

• Can run multiple OS

• Real-time monitoring and control

Disadvantages of Mainframe Computer

• High cost

• Hardware/software is expensive
 • A lot of space required

• Hardware crash

• High technical staff

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