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Microcomputer- Desktop
Classification by Purpose
There are two main purposes of computers:
General Purpose Computers: They are used to solve a wider range of
problems. It is normally used for tasks such as budgeting, payroll,
banking, scientific, analysis, watching movies and solving mathematics
problems.
Special Purpose Computers: These kinds of computer are designed to
perform particular tasks or restricted classes of problems. They are
employed in manufacturing and designing in a form of robots.
Classification by Capacity
The classification of computers according to capacity (size) resulted in
computers been named Mainframe, Super, Mini and Micro - Computers.
Categories of Computers
Desktop Computers
Portable Computers
Handheld Computers
Desktop Computers are computers made up of separate components such as
keyboard, mouse, system unit and monitor, and are designed to be used at the
desk or table. They are generally bulky. Micro Computers are examples of
desktop computers.
Portable Computers are light weight mobile computers. They are a
combination of keyboard, mouse, system unit and monitor in one whole unit.
The two main types of portable computers are Laptops and Notebooks.
