Computer Classification

Lauren Andrade

Mainframe• Definition- the central processing unit and primary memory of a computer• Example- Bill Gates had a mainframe

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Mini Computer• Definition-a computer of medium power, more than a

microcomputer but less than a mainframe• Example-laptop

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Micro Computer

• Definition- a small computer that contains a microprocessor as its central processor.

• Example- desktop

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Computer Hardware

Central Processor Unit• Definition- the part of a computer in which operations

are controlled and executed• Example-The first single chip CPU was the Intel 4004

invented in Nov 1971

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Input Peripheral• Definition-a device that hooks up to the host computer but

not part of it• Example- mouse, keyboard

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Output Peripheral

• Definition- a device that outputs information to you• Example- printer

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Storage Systems• Definition- is a technology consisting of computer

components and recording media used to retain digital data• Example- memory card

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Storage Devices

• Definition- a piece of computer equipment on which info is stored

• Example- usb

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