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Desktop Computer
A desktop is primarily used in offices and in homes. It is designed
to fit comfortably on a desk.
Laptop
A laptop is a portable computer that you can keep on your lap. You can
carry a laptop anywhere, therefore, you are not restricted to one place as
you are while working on a laptop.
Tablet
A tablet is a kind of microcomputer that offers new features to the
IT-savvy world like a touchscreen. It is available in a variety of sizes and
has an in-built virtual keyboard and a battery.
Smartphone
It is a mobile phone built on a mobile operating system. It provides additional features
for day-to-day tasks including sending emails and accessing the Internet.
Minicomputers
Minicomputers are more powerful than microcomputers. They are bigger
in size and faster in processing speed. They can support several users
working at the same time on the same machine, which means they support
a multi-user environment. Some common examples are HCL Magnum,
VAX 7500, etc.
Mainframe Computer
A mainframe computer is a massive computer that occupies a
huge amount of space and often fills an entire room. It can store an
enormous amount of information and is designed for multitasking
with several users working simultaneously. Mainframe computers
usually have multiple terminals connected to them. They are
manufactured for commercial applications and other large-scale computing purposes.
Supercomputer
A supercomputer consists of a large number of processors and also
occupies a huge amount of space. It is a very powerful machine
for performing complex scientific calculations. Calculations that a
personal computer performs in three weeks can be performed by a
supercomputer in minutes.
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