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The first generation of computers
Was a time of vacuum tube technology and computers the size of classrooms. Each computer was unique in structure and purpose. -
The second generation of computers
Were developed to meet the needs of new markets, goverment and bussiness researchers. Computers were still expensive. The job of Computer operator was born. -
The third generation of computers
They were designed with faster CPUs. Multiprogramming was invented -
The fourth generation of computers
It improved the cost/perfomance ratio of computer components. The concep of firmware was born to give name to new functions the operating systems needed. Multiprocessing was created. -
The fifth generation of computers
The computers started to need a networking capability. A lot of mulmedia applications were introduced. -
The sixth generation of computers
The need for operating systems to offer improved reliability, flexiblity and speed was emphasized. Virtualization was createad to meet this types of requirements
