Long Questions
‡ . Explain the various types of computers on the basis of size.
The digital computers that are available nowadays vary in their sizes and types. The computers are broadly classified into four categories based on their size and type
Microcomputers
Microcomputers are small, low‐cost and single‐user digital computer. They consist of CPU, input unit, output unit, storage unit and the software. Although microcomputers are stand‐alone machines, they can be connected together to create a network of computers that can serve more than one user. IBM PC based on Pentium microprocessor and Apple Macintosh are some examples of microcomputers. Microcomputers include desktop computers, notebook computers or laptop, tablet computer, handheld computer, smart phones and notebook.