Selected MCQ

Current Question
The first computer for home use was introduced in 1981 by which company?
  • A. IBM
  • B. Apple
  • C. Intel
  • D. Dell
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
IBM introduced the IBM PC (5150) in 1981 for home and personal use.
Related Question 1
When was the first IBM microcomputer, with a 16-bit microprocessor, introduced?
  • A. 1979
  • B. 1981
  • C. 1982
  • D. 1984
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
IBM PC (model 5150) with Intel 8088 was launched in 1981.
Related Question 2
What was the name of the first personal computer electronic spreadsheet software package, which became a smash hit as soon as it was introduced in 1978?
  • A. WordStar
  • B. VisiCalc
  • C. Lotus 1-2-3
  • D. Excel
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
VisiCalc (1979) was the first electronic spreadsheet for personal computers.
Related Question 3
Who was the world's first Computer Programmer?
  • A. Niklaus Wirth
  • B. Ada Lovelace
  • C. Bill Gates
  • D. Dennis Ritchie
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Ada Lovelace wrote the first algorithm intended for a computer.
Related Question 4
Who has been called the world's first Lady computer programmer?
  • A. Ada Lovelace
  • B. Allegra Byron
  • C. Lady Augusta
  • D. Allegra Noel-Byron
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Ada Lovelace is recognized as the world's first computer programmer.
Related Question 5
Who designed the first electronic computer – ENIAC?
  • A. Van-Neumann
  • B. Joseph M. Jacquard
  • C. J. Presper Eckert and John W Mauchly
  • D. All of these
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
ENIAC was designed by J. Presper Eckert and John W. Mauchly.