1. Home
  2. / John Bardeen
  3. / What essential technology of the Information Age was enabled by the transistor?

What essential technology of the Information Age was enabled by the transistor?

  • Printed Books

  • Telegraph

  • Handwritten Letters

  • Computers

Answer

Computers, the indispensable technology of the Information Age, were made possible by the invention of the transistor. This miniaturized electronic device revolutionized computing by replacing bulky and unreliable vacuum tubes, enabling the development of smaller, more powerful, and energy-efficient computers. The compact size and enhanced capabilities of transistor-based computers paved the way for the digital revolution, transforming industries, communication, and everyday life.
Mastering the Current: The Ultimate John Bardeen Quiz Challenge

Mastering the Current: The Ultimate John Bardeen Quiz Challenge

Take the John Bardeen Quiz
Subscribe newsletter

Subscribe Now!

Learn something
new everyday

Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox