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4. ________________ are slow for executing large programs.
(a) Interpreters (b) Compilers
(c) Assemblers (d) Translators

5. Using ________________, the object code is converted to executable code.
(a) interpreter (b) linker

(c) assembler (d) translator

E. Answer the following questions.

1. Describe the following. Give three examples of each.
(a) Minicomputers

(b) Mainframe computers
(c) Supercomputers
2. Discuss the commonly used microcomputers.

3. List and compare the advantages and disadvantages of machine code and assembly code.
4. Compare the three types of language translators.
5. Write a note on the fourth generation language.

Building Values and Life Skills

Your friend is having problem using a laptop. How will you help him?
Teach him how to use a laptop. Ask him to work on a desktop

Testing Knowledge

If you are given a chance to work on any one computer from all the four generations, which one will
you choose and why?

Linking Knowledge

History: Create a Word Document on ‘Development of High-level Languages and Its Need’.

Lab Fun

1. Take the help of your teacher and the Internet, and collect information about the people behind
the development of computer languages. Make a project report on it in Word 2016.
2. Create a PowerPoint presentation on the topic ‘Generations of Computers’. Format the
presentation as per your choice. Insert related images and videos using the Internet.

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