Types of Computers
There are many different types of computers. Some of the ways computers are categorized are according to how they are used, what they cost, their physical size, and their processing capabilities.
Using the handout or the internet, please provided a definition (and pictures) of each of the following types of computers. Your discussion should include the situations where each type of device would be preferable. You could also look into the advantages and disadvantages of each type.
Other Questions to Answer:
Using the handout or the internet, please provided a definition (and pictures) of each of the following types of computers. Your discussion should include the situations where each type of device would be preferable. You could also look into the advantages and disadvantages of each type.
- Personal computer
- Desktop computer
- Notebook or laptop computer
- Netbook
- Tablet computer
- Hand held device such as a mobile phone, e-reader, or media player
- Workstations
- Mainframe computer
- Supercomputer
- Server
- Video game console
Other Questions to Answer:
- In terms of desktop computers, what are the advantages and disadvantages of a tower desktop computer verses an all-in-one unit?
- In detail, describe the computer you currently use most frequently at home or outside of school? Be sure to include the specific terms you have learned so far in discussing the types of computers and their parts.
- When asked what kind of computer they have, many people reply: "I have a PC, or I have a MAC". What is wrong with this statement.
- Out of curiosity, you might want to analyze the overall sales of computers in Canada and / or the US by % that different brands of PCs reflect in terms of market share.
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