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

Section: Evolution of Computing TOPICS/CONTENTS/NOTES OBJECTIVES

What this topic covers

• feature.
• a. By Generation - First, Second, Third, Fourth to current generation.
• b. By Size
• ii. Describe each generation under the following:
• c. By Purpose - Year of Development
• - Basic components/Type of Technology
• d. By Type - Speed of operation
• - Storage Capacity/Component
• iii. Explain the differences in the classification of computing systems by size (micro, mini, mainframe, and super)
• iv. Differentiate among the various types of modern computer systems in respect of sizes and 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.
• v. State the importance and use of these computing systems
• Computer Studies

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