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Types Of Computers.
There are several types of computers,
below is a listing of some of the major types of computers you're most likely to
encounter.
 | Embedded computers
- The most commonly found and used computer. An embedded computer is a
computer with a specific function found in such things as cars, microwaves,
TVs, the VCR, and other home electronics. |
| Personal computer
- As shown above the personal computer is the most widely used computer today
and most likely what you're using now. Personal computers are available in two
different brands IBM compatible (often referred to as PC) and Apple
Macintosh computers. |
| Laptop / Portable computer
- Another commonly used computer, a laptop or portable computer is a small
computer that users can easily carry around and work with when on the road or
elsewhere. |
| Server -
A powerful computer that is often set aside to perform a specific task. For
example, a web server is one or more computers responsible for handling the
data for a website and the users visiting it. |
Mainframe or
Supercomputer
- Often large computers or a collection of smaller computers working as a large
computer to perform extremely complicated tasks such as receiving and displaying
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