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Types of Computer

Computers are categorized into five main types based on size, processing power, and usage: Supercomputers, Mainframe Computers, Mini Computers, Microcomputers, and Workstations. Each type serves different purposes, from supercomputers used for complex calculations to microcomputers for personal tasks. Examples include PARAM 8000 for supercomputers and Dell Precision for workstations.

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Types of Computer

Computers are categorized into five main types based on size, processing power, and usage: Supercomputers, Mainframe Computers, Mini Computers, Microcomputers, and Workstations. Each type serves different purposes, from supercomputers used for complex calculations to microcomputers for personal tasks. Examples include PARAM 8000 for supercomputers and Dell Precision for workstations.

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COMPUTER

Types of Computers

Computers are classified into types based on their size, processing power, and usage.

Each type is designed to perform different levels of tasks — from simple to very complex.

5 Main Types of Computers:

Supercomputer

Fastest and most powerful computers in the world.

Used for weather forecasting, space research, nuclear science

Can perform millions of calculations per second

Example: PARAM, IBM Summit, Fugaku (Japan)

India's first supercomputer was "PARAM 8000".

Name: PARAM 8000

Launched: 1991

Developed by: C-DAC (Centre for Development of Advanced Computing)

Location: Pune, India

Performance: 1 Gigaflop (1 billion calculations per second)

Mainframe Computer

Big, powerful computers used by large organizations.

Can handle hundreds of users at once

Used in banks, railways, airlines, insurance companies

Example: IBM Z Series, UNIVAC


Mini Computer

Medium-sized, used in small to medium businesses.

Less powerful than mainframes but good for multiple users

Used in labs, institutes, and companies

Example: PDP-11, VAX

Microcomputer (Personal Computer - PC)

Most common and widely used type.

For personal or office work

Small in size, easy to use

Example: Desktop, Laptop, Tablet, Smartphones

Workstation

High-performance PCs used by designers, engineers, programmers

More power and speed than normal PCs

Used for 3D animation, software development, CAD

Example: Dell Precision, HP Z Series

⚙ Applications (Real-World Use):

1. Supercomputers → Climate models, defense simulations

2. Mainframes → Bank transactions, ATMs


3. Mini Computers → Small business data processing

4. Microcomputers → Study, Internet, Gaming

5. Workstations → Graphic designing, Engineering tools

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