Types of Computer || Super Computer
Answer
the following questions:
1) What are the different types of computers on the basis of sizes?
Ans: The following
are the different types of computer on the basis of size;
i)
Super Computer
ii)
Mainframe Computer
iii)
Mini Computer
iv)
Micro Computer
2) Why are super computers used in designing complicated machines, space research, weather forecasting etc.?
Ans: Super computers
are used in designing complicated machines, space research, weather forecasting
etc. because it has the ability of parallel processing and well-designed memory
which give the large transaction processing powers.
3) Define mainframe computers.
Ans: Mainframe
Computers are large computers with high processing capacity designed for bulk
data processing.
4) What is a Micro computer?
Ans: A small sized
computer with a microprocessor as its central processing unit is known as Micro
computer. They are also known as personal computer.
5) What are the different types of Micro computer?
Ans: The following
are the different types of Micro computer;
i)
Desktop Computer
ii)
Laptop Computer
iii)
Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs)
iv)
Wearable Computers
6) Differentiate between Desktops and laptops.
Ans:
|
S.N |
Desktop |
Laptop |
|
1 |
Occupy
more space. |
Occupy
less space. |
|
2 |
It
is cheaper. |
It
is expensive. |
|
3 |
Desktop
need external power. |
Laptop
has inbuilt battery system for power supply. |
7) What is Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)?
Ans: Personal Digital
Assistant is a handheld palmtop computer effectively used for audio players,
web-browsers and smart phones.
8) Where are wearable computers used?
Ans: Wearable
computers are used in the study of behavior modeling and human health.