A high-end personal computer that is designed for technical or scientific applications.
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Unit 6. Basic computer terminologies Show
Topic B: Types of computersClick play on the following audio player to listen along as you read this section. Classification of Computers by Size
Supercomputers – a powerful computer that can process large amounts of data and do a great amount of computation very quickly. Supercomputers are used for areas related to:
Supercomputers are useful for applications involving very large databases or that require a great amount of computation. Supercomputers are used for complex tasks, such as:
Mainframe computers– a high-performance computer used for large information processing jobs. Mainframe computers are primarily used in :
Mainframe computers are useful for tasks related to:
Minicomputers– a mid-range computer that is intermediate in size, power, speed, storage capacity, etc., between a mainframe and a microcomputer. Minicomputers are used by small organizations. “Minicomputer” is a term that is no longer used much. In recent years, minicomputers are often referred to as small or midsize servers (a is a central computer that provides information to other computers). Personal computers(PC) – a small computer designed for use by a single user at a time. A PC or microcomputer uses a single chip (microprocessor) for its central processing unit (CPU). “Microcomputer” is now primarily used to mean a PC, but it can refer to any kind of small computer, such as a desktop computer, laptop computer, tablet, smartphone, or wearable. Types of personal computers– a personal computer that is designed to stay at one location and fits on or under a desk. It typically has a monitor, keyboard, mouse, and a tower (system unit). – A portable personal computer that is small enough to rest on the user’s lap and can be powered by a battery. It includes a flip down screen and a keyboard with a touchpad. – A wireless touchscreen PC that is slightly smaller and weighs less than the average laptop. – A mobile phone that performs many of the functions of a personal computer.
Which computer are called PCs?personal computer (PC), a digital computer designed for use by only one person at a time.
What is personal computer and workstation?A workstation is more robust than the typical PC, with enhanced specs like a faster CPU and GPU, more memory, increased storage, software certification, and the ability to withstand constant usage. Often they will have a discrete GPU so the CPU does not have to double up on visual tasks.
What are the application of workstation?Workstations are used primarily to perform computationally intensive scientific and engineering tasks. They have also found favour in some complex financial and business applications.
What is the meaning of workstation in computer?1) A workstation is a computer intended for individual use that is faster and more capable than a personal computer. It's intended for business or professional use (rather than home or recreational use).
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