What are the different kinds of computers?

Types of Computers

PC : Personal Computers

Mainframe : Computers with large Hard Drives, lots of Memory (RAM), multiple CPU running together, does lots of computing depending upon the speed of processors used and memory used.

Super Computer : A computer with lots of processors, ALUs, Memory (RAM), etc. Usually in scientific research work. Capability of 14,000 micro computers.

Laptop : Compact, portable version of a PC. Usually in a notebook shape.

Micro Computer : A very small computer, usually used in cameras.

PDA : Personal Digital Assistant or Palmtop

Analog : Old, out dated computers. They calculate physical Quantities. eg. ammeter, voltage meter, etc.

Digital : Thet use binary digits for processing. eg. PC

Hybrid : They comprise the best of capabilities of digital and analog computers.

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