Classification of computing devices i. Relate each generation with its characteristic

Contents & notes: what this topic covers

Under Classification of computing devices i. Relate each generation with its characteristic, the JAMB Computer Studies syllabus expects you to study:

• 2. Classification of computing devices i. R f a. By Generation - b. By Size ii. D c. By Purpose - - d. By Type - - iii. E c m iv. D m a - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - v. S c SECTION B: Fundamentals

Study notes & guidance

Study Classification of computing devices i. Relate each generation with its characteristic using a recommended Computer Studies textbook that follows the JAMB syllabus. Work through the contents listed above one by one, make brief notes in your own words, and then practise as many questions on this topic as you can — in Computer Studies, understanding and steady practice matter far more than memorising. Use the objectives below as a checklist: if you can do each one confidently, you have mastered this topic.

Objectives — candidates should be able to

After studying Classification of computing devices i. Relate each generation with its characteristic, you should be able to:

1. Elate each generation with its characteristic eature. First, Second, Third, Fourth to current generation. escribe each generation under the following: Year of Development Basic components/Type of Technology Speed of operation Storage Capacity/Component xplain the differences in the classification of omputing systems by size (micro, mini, ainframe, and super) ifferentiate among the various types of odern computer systems in respect of sizes nd basic components, data and usage Personal Computers Desktops Laptops Tablets Hand-held Servers Workstations Mainframes Wearable Super Computers. Digital Analog Hybrid Special purpose General purpose etc. tate the importance and use of these omputing systems of Computing

These objectives are from the official JAMB syllabus. Use them as a checklist — if you can do each one confidently, you have mastered this topic.

Source: official JAMB UTME Computer Studies syllabus (IBASS, jamb.gov.ng). Reproduced for study use. Last checked: 17 Sept 2026. Always confirm the current syllabus on the official portal.