Types of computer
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Computers are classified into three main types based on size and capacity: mainframe computers which are large and powerful used by many users at once in large organizations; minicomputers which are medium-sized used by many users at once in small organizations; and microcomputers or personal computers which are small and meant for individual use like desktops, laptops, and other mobile devices.
Types of computer
- 2. Different Kinds of Computers Depending on the size and capacity, computers are classified into three types: Mainframe computers Minicomputers Microcomputers or Personal computers.
- 3. Mainframe Computers Large and powerful computers that are used by many people (users) at the same time; typically installed in large organizations. Located in a central place and accessed by users via computer terminals or other computers placed at different locations and connected to the mainframe computer. Supercomputers Extremely powerful mainframe computers used in scientific and engineering applications.
- 4. Mainframe
- 9. Minicomputers Minicomputers are medium sized computers - between Mainframe computers and Microcomputers Are also used by many users at the same time Used in small organizations.
- 10. Server
- 12. Microcomputer/Personal Computers Small scale computers that fit on your desk; meant to be used by one user (at a time) Workstation A microcomputer with enhanced graphics and communication capabilities
- 13. Desktop
- 15. PC
- 16. Workstation
- 18. Laptops
- 19. Netbook
- 20. Chromebook A Chromebook is a mobile device running Google Chrome OS. The devices comprise a distinct class of personal computer falling between a pure cloud client and traditional laptop.
- 21. PDA
Editor's Notes
- #21: uses the Linux kernel, and the Google Chrome web browser with an integrated media player.[5][6] With limited offline capability and a boot time, according to Google, of eight seconds, Chromebooks are primarily designed to be used while connected to the Internet.[7] Instead of installing traditional applications, users add web apps from the Chrome Web Store, such as word processing and instant messaging.[8]Google claims that a multi-layer security architecture eliminates the need for anti-virus software