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Boost your exam preparation with All SSC Computer Questions on Generations & History of Computers, designed for SSC CGL, CHSL, MTS, GD, and other competitive exams.
This comprehensive quiz includes important questions on computer generations, inventions, and historical developments that are frequently asked in SSC exams. 📘 Don’t forget to download the Free PDF for easy revision anytime, anywhere!

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Question 15
Which of the following does NOT belong to the category of microcomputers? (Executive Assistant)
Result
Explanation:
The Cray-1 is an example of a supercomputer, not a microcomputer.
Question 16
Computers like desktop computers, laptops and palmtop computers can be classified as __. (Executive Assistant)
Result
Explanation:
Desktop, laptop, and palmtop computers are all types of personal computers.
Question 17
First-generation computers can be characterised as __. (Executive Assistant)
Result
Explanation:
Due to their large size and high cost, First-generation computers were often categorized as mainframes.
Question 18
Which of the following was the first general-purpose electronic digital computer designed in the United States for corporate applications? (Executive Assistant)
Result
Explanation:
UNIVAC I was the first commercially marketed electronic digital computer in the US.
Question 19
ENIAC, EDVAC, etc. are examples of __ generation computers. (Executive Assistant)
Result
Explanation:
ENIAC and EDVAC are prime examples of First Generation computers.
Question 20
Which generation of computers is characterised by vacuum tube? (Head Constable (Ministerial))
Result
Explanation:
Vacuum tubes characterize the First generation of computers.
Question 21
Arrange the following computers in the chronological order of their generation. i) ENIAC ii) PDP-8 iii) NCR 395 iv) Apple II (Head Constable (Ministerial))
Result
Explanation:
The correct chronological sequence is i) ENIAC (1st Gen), ii) PDP-8 (2nd Gen), iv) Apple II (4th Gen).
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⌛ Why Study Generations & History of Computers for SSC Exams

Understanding the history and evolution of computers is essential for scoring well in the SSC Computer Awareness section.
Many SSC exams include direct or conceptual questions from topics like:

  • First to Fifth Generation Computers

  • Key Inventors and Inventions

  • Vacuum Tubes, Transistors, and Microprocessors

  • Timeline of Technological Advancements

These concepts build a strong foundation in computer awareness and help you answer static GK as well as reasoning-related computer questions with confidence.

🧠 Preparation Tips

  • Revise the five generations of computers regularly.

  • Note down inventors like Charles Babbage, John von Neumann, and Alan Turing.

  • Learn about hardware components used in each generation (vacuum tubes, ICs, microprocessors, etc.).

  • Practice 30–40 MCQs daily from this topic for speed and accuracy.

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Regular practice of All SSC Computer Questions on Generations & History of Computers will boost your confidence and help you achieve higher marks in the Computer Awareness section.

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