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SSC CHSL 2019 PYQ — Question 37

SSC CHSL - 3rd July 2019 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q37

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Second-generation computers can be characterized largely by their use of ________.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Transistors.

Second-generation computers can be characterized largely by their use of ________.

Transistors

Characteristics of the Second Generation of Computers:

  • Use of transistors
  • Magnetic memory and magnetic storage disks
  • High speed I/O devices
  • Invention and use of high-level languages such as Fortran and Cobol. 
  • Reduced size
  • The solution to heat generation
  • Communication by using the telephone line
  • Improvement of speed and reliability