In the 1950s, first-generation computers relied on vacuum tubes, whereas the second generation adopted transistors. Programmers noticed a significant reduction in machine failures and energy consumption. Assess how the introduction of transistors influenced programming complexity and machine reliability compared to the first generation.

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Programming became simpler and more reliable.

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There was no significant change in programming practices.

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Reliability decreased due to transistor overheating.

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Programming required more complex wiring.

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