Practice Herman Hollerith And Punched Card System (3.2.3) - Introduction to Computer Architecture

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Question 1.
Who invented the punched card system?
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Think of the person who is known for automating data processing.
Question 2.
What was one major application of the punched card system?
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Consider large-scale governmental data gathering.
3Question 3.
What did Herman Hollerith develop?
- Automatic Data Processor
- Punched Card System
- Analytical Engine
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Think about the method that involved cards with holes.
4Question 4.
True or False: Ada Lovelace created the first programming language.
- True
- False
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Remember her contributions to early computing.
Question 5.
Assess how the introduction of the punched card system has affected data processing efficiency in businesses today.
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Consider the time savings and accuracy improvements.
Question 6.
Critique the limitations of Hollerith’s punched card system in modern contexts.
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Think about the adaptability of current technology compared to early mechanical systems.

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