Types of Computer
Types of Computer
Computers vary widely in terms of their size and purpose they serve. There are very small computers that can be held on a palm. There are also large computers that take a whole room to occupy. They are used by big organisations, public and private. Organisations use computers for a variety of applications ranging from scientific to commercial in nature. The most widely used computers are called personal computers that typically fit
on a desktop.
Computers can be classified on several bases as follows:
1. On the basis of working Principle
2. On the basis of size
3. On the basis of purpose of use
On the basis of working Principle
The computer can be classified into:
• Analog computer
• Digital computer
• Hybrid computer
On the basis of size
The computer can be classified into:
• Super Computer
• Mainframe Computer
• Mini Computer
• Micro Computer
• Workstations
On the basis of purpose of use
The computer can be classified into:
• Special purpose computer
• General purpose computer