Features of 3rd Generation Computers

Third generation computers (1964-1969)

features/Characteristics:

1. Integrated circuits were introduced.
2. There is an improved level of programming language.
3. There is microprogramming.
4. There is an extension of building block concepts and multiprogramming.
5. They are less sensitive and more reliable.
6. They can be linked via the network
7. They use high level language like the COBOL, PASCAL and BASIC
   Examples of third generation are IBM 360 and ICLI 900.