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Laptop

Laptops and notebooks may be similar in design but notebooks are smaller
than laptops in size and in weight.

Handheld computers are computers that fit the palm and can be put into the
pocket. They are also called palmtop computers or Pocket PC. The screens of
handheld computers are touch sensitive and allow the users to use the fingers or
stylus to operate them. E.g. iPads, tablets, phablets, smart phones and Personal
Digital Computers (PDAs).

Examples of Handheld Computers

Hybrid Computers

Hybrid computers are computers that perform both analog and digital functions.
E.g. Automated Teller Machines (ATMs), Money Counting Machines (MCMs),
Point of Sale Terminals (PSTs), etc.

Characteristics of Computers

Speed: Computers are very fast in performing work.
Accuracy: Computers processed data with high degree of correctness.

Economy: Computers reduce Labour cost in business.
Reliability: Computers are reliable and consistent when used to do