Computer Science Illuminated
Computer Science Illuminated
6th Edition
ISBN: 9781284055917
Author: Nell Dale, John Lewis
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
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Chapter 1, Problem 43E

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First prediction:

The first prediction is acceptable. Because,

  • It was predicted at the earlier days of computer.
  • Thomas Watson predicted that he will get only five orders for the new kind of computer.
  • He went across the country around 20 concerns and he got 18 orders.
  • So Thomas Watson’s prediction on the computer failed.

Second prediction:

The second prediction is acceptable. Because,

  • After ANIAC there are many kind of computers developed with idea of vacuum tubes.
  • Some of the computers might have contained 1000 vacuum tubes.

Third prediction:

The third prediction is completely wrong. Because,

  • It says data processing will not last for a year. Data processing is very vital in now days.
  • It helps to generate organized information which will be easy to understand.

Fourth prediction:

Fourth prediction was wrong. Because,

  • Microchips is the main hardware used in every electronic device.
  • This prediction was done at the earlier days of computer. But microchips were used at that time also...

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