FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

Detailed explanation-1: -Fourth generation (1971-2010) The fourth generation of computers took advantage of the invention of the microprocessor, more commonly known as a CPU. Microprocessors, with integrated circuits, helped make it possible for computers to fit easily on a desk and for the introduction of the laptop.

Detailed explanation-2: -The period of fourth generation was from 1971-1980. Computers of fourth generation used Very Large Scale Integrated (VLSI) circuits.

Detailed explanation-3: -The period of fourth generation was from 1971 to present. The fourth generation computers was developed using microprocessor. Intel 4004 chip was the first microprocessor developed in 1971. The microprocessor is a silicon chip contains millions of transistors that was designed using LSI and VLSI technology.

Detailed explanation-4: -Answer: The period of third generation was from 1965-1971 where Fourth Generation of computers was between 1971 – 1980. The computers of third generation used Integrated Circuits (ICs) whereas fourth generation computers used the VLSI technology or the Very Large Scale Integrated (VLSI) circuits technology.