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Was the first computer different from the computers that are in your homes today?
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What is the history of the computer in the 20th century?
Alan Turing's work in the 1940s led to the development of modern computers. Computers small enough to be used in homes have been available since the early 1980s.
What are the different kinks of computers?
There are two main types of desktop or notebook computers: * IBM Compatible PC * Apple PC An IBM compatible PC is the traditional computer. It is the most common computer used in homes and offices around the globe. The typical operating systems for an IBM compatible PC are Microsoft Windows (the most common), or Linux (a free and open source unix type OS, originaly only for the very geeky, but now gaining popularity) An Apple computer is a computer made by Apple Computers, inc and runs a version of the Mac OS
How did the computer change American life?
At first, the personal computer entered American homes as entertainment machines. Over time, it helped to bring work from the office to American homes. With the addition of the internet, computer use in American life has changed dramatically.
Uses of computer in homes?
Computers are used for many purposes in homes. They can be used to store family recipes, family photos, or to help keep track of the budget.
How early people heated their homes?
they did home furnace and used computers
What are the Advanced uses of computer?
Some advanced uses of computers include in cars and in homes. Home developers have started incorporating computers in homes to make smart homes.
How have the components in computers changed over the years so that you can have computers in your homes?
Back in the olden days, computer used to be significantly larger compared to today's computers, due to the size of the components. Over time, computer manufacturing companies were able to make these components smaller, and thus allow computers to fit in our homes.
Does a computer technician work in a office?
Most computers are in offices, but computers are also in homes. Computer technicians go where the computers are.
What were the ramifications of the development of the microprocessor?
The development of this chip led to the invention of the first personal computer. With this invention, the use of computers spread from large businesses and the military to small businesses and homes.
How did the computer use change during the 1990?
Computers became common in homes.
What need did the computer fill?
Computers filled the need of finding information immediately. Computers allow people to do things from their homes that some would not normally be able to do.
In a small town 10 of the homes have 4 computers 20 have 3 computers 20 have 2 computers 40 have 1 computer and 10 have no computers. On average how many computers are there per home?
Not enough information to answer... In order to calculate the average number of computers - we would need to know the total number of households !
Where can you find computers?
@ a computer store! In most organisations and homes in advanced, industrial societies.
After how many years will every home have its own computer?
Realistically, never. There will always be homes which will have no computers, particularly in poorer countries.
Why weren't computers marketed to homes in the 1950's?
A computer in the 1950's would have been the size of a house, so it was both expensive and impractical to own one
What is the history of the computer in the 20th century?
Alan Turing's work in the 1940s led to the development of modern computers. Computers small enough to be used in homes have been available since the early 1980s.
What is use of computer in improvement of life?
Answercan help by making life simple, you can send an e-mail than mailing it using a post. can read news instead of buying newspapersbut it can also make life more harder... shuting down... viresus...ect
