Machine that can be programmed to manipulate symbols.
SUPERCOMPUTER AND
MAINFRAME
One of the fastest computers available, are very expensive but they are employed for
specialized applications that require immense amounts of mathetical calculations.
MINICOMPUTER
Midsize computer capable of supporting
from up to 200 users simultaneously.
WORKSTATION
Used for engineering applications that require a moderate amount of
computing power and high quality graphics capabilities
UNIX and Windos NT are the most common
operating systems for workstations
PERSONAL COMPUTER
TYPES
Small and inexpensive, designed for an individual user, the
most popular use is for playing games and surfing the
internet
TOWER
MODEL
Power supply, motherboard and mass storage devices are stacked on top of each other in
a cabinet.
DESKTOP
MODEL
Designed to be very small and are limited to 3
internal mass storage devices
LAPTOP
COMPUTER
Frequently called notebook computer, small and
portable .
HAND-HELD COMPUTER
Really small keyboard, designed to provide
personal information manager, also called
palmtop and pocket computer
PDA
Personal digital assistant, combines telephone, fax, computing
and network features.