Third Generation of Computer

The period of the third generation was from 1965-1971. In this generation was used of IC (Integrated Circuits). IC reduced the price, size , use of electricity, etc.
Third generation computers were used Keyboard, Mouse, and also used the operation system to improved a new level and high speed.

Characteristics of the third generation computer

• Use of IC (Integrated Circuits) instead of transistors
• Use of magnetic storage device
• Use of mini-computers
• Use of monitor, keyboard, and line printers
• Use high-level programming languages
• Less expensive maintenance cost
• Less expensive than second generation
• Improved faster operations and more dependable
• Small size than second generation computer

Some computers of third generation

• IBM 360 series
• IBM 370
• IBM 168
• TDC 316
• Honeywell 6000 series
• PDP (Personal Data Processor)