Intro to Computing - What is Computing
Consider this timeline of computing devices: Mechanical Calculator (1642), Turing Machine (1936), Microprocessor (1971), Smartphone (2007). Which device came immediately after the Turing Machine?
Consider this timeline of computing devices: Mechanical Calculator (1642), Turing Machine (1936), Microprocessor (1971), Smartphone (2007). Which device came immediately after the Turing Machine?
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Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Identify the timeline order
The timeline is Mechanical Calculator (1642), Turing Machine (1936), Microprocessor (1971), Smartphone (2007).Step 2: Find device after Turing Machine
The device that comes immediately after 1936 (Turing Machine) is the Microprocessor in 1971.Final Answer:
Microprocessor -> Option AQuick Check:
Next device after Turing Machine = Microprocessor [OK]
Quick Trick: Check dates carefully to find the next invention after given year [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Choosing smartphone too early
- Confusing abacus as modern device
- Picking mechanical calculator which is earlier
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