In what ways has the invention of the transistor influenced the course of human events?Do you think we will ever reach the limits of Moore’s Law, why or why not?

Computer technology advancements,Open source,Transistors

Watch a few segments of a Bill Nye the Science Guy episode (first aired April 25th 1997). Discuss what has changed since 1997 and what has remained the same. Be sure to include fundamental components (CPU, RAM, Hard Disks, Motherboards, input and output devices) in your answer (3 paragraphs about 15-20 sentences in total). Another article that might help think about this question: https://bigthink.com/hard-science/perseverance-rover-brain/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUVrImXZHvA 0.57-5:00 & 9:45-15:03

In what ways has the invention of the transistor influenced the course of human events?Do you think we will ever reach the limits of Moore’s Law, why or why not? (3 paragraphs about 15-20 sentences in total) Also consider this article: https://escholarship.org/content/qt9t3495n0/qt9t3495n0.pdf Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OuFlISa73Sw

Describe how each of the five major hardware components of a computer (CPU, memory, Circuit board, storage, and input/output) are present in a Smartphone. (3 paragraphs about 12-20 sentences in total)

This article will be useful: https://fossbytes.com/whats-inside-smartphone-depth-look-parts-powering-everyday-gadget/

Name the five components that make up an information system and define each in your own words.

Describe the disruption caused with the introduction of the iPhone in 2007. How did this product change mobile phones and mobile computing?

What are three advantages of solid-state drives over standard hard disk drives? Are there times when one type is preferred over the other type?