Types of computer with description and example
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The document outlines the different types of computers classified by size, speed, storage capacity, and cost: microcomputers (including desktop, laptop, and handheld), mini computers, mainframe computers, and supercomputers. Microcomputers are designed for personal use, while mini computers can support multiple users. Mainframes and supercomputers serve large organizations and high-performance tasks, respectively.
Types of computer with description and example
- 1. Computer Types of Computer Rajashri Bhairamadgi
- 2. Let’s learn…. • Types of computer 1) Micro computer 2) Mini computer 3) Mainframe computer 4) Super computer
- 3. Types of Computer There are different types of computer with respect to size, speed, storage capacity and cost, computers can be classified in the following types: 1) Micro computer 2) Mini computer 3) Mainframe computer 4) Super computer
- 4. Types of Computer 1. Micro computer a) Desktop computer b) Laptop computer c) Handheld computer 2. Mini computer 3. Mainframe computer 4. Super computer
- 5. 1. Micro Computers • Are small and costs less. Designed for personal use therefore called personal computer • Mainly used in homes, schools, offices, shops, banks etc. Example: commodore 64, IBM PC • Given different names as per use types are; a) Desktop computers b) Laptop computers c) Handheld computers
- 6. a) Desktop Computers • These computers can easily be accommodated on the top of a desk due to their small size. • Hence they are called Desktop Computers
- 7. b) Laptop Computers • These computer are small in size and can be placed on the lap • These are battery operated computers and can be carried in briefcase and used anywhere while travelling
- 8. c) Handheld Computers • These are the smallest computers called PDAs • They lack the power of desktop or laptop computers but offer features for users who need limited functions and small size
- 9. 2. Mini computer • Bigger in size than micro computers • Have higher processing speed and costlier • Several users can use it at the same time • Used in banks, universities and big organizations example: PDP-‐8
- 11. 3. Mainframe computer • Very powerful, big in size with large memory and high speed • Designed to tackle huge amount of data • More than hundreds users can use it at the same time • Very expensive , used for large organizations, universities, banks, scientific laboratories, airline/ railway ticket reservation, state exchange markets, etc.
- 13. 4. Super computer • Most powerful computers with huge speed • Used for weather forecasting, space research, satellite control, military research, etc. • Example: CRAY-‐1, CRAY-‐2, PARAM, ETA, Sunway TaihuLight, etc.
- 15. Super computer used for Military research
- 16. Thank you … Happy learning