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1. Name the seven different “types” of computers.

2. Name the two most popular operating systems on today’s personal computers.

3. Briefly explain the features/uses of the seven types of computers.

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Desktop computer Designed so all of the components fit

entirely on or under a desk or table.

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The two most popular personal computers:

PC and compatibles use the Windows operating system

Apple Macintosh usually uses the Macintosh operating system (Mac OS X)

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Notebook/laptop computer: Portable, small enough to fit on your lap Usually more expensive than a desktop

computer with equal capabilities

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Netbook: a small notebook computer primarily designed for web browsing and e-mailing.

No CD/DVD drive!

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Tablet/Laptop Microsoft Surface 3

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Tablet: Apple iPad tablet computer iPad overview

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Smart phone: a mobile phone offering advanced capabilities, often with PC-like functionality (S5 and S4).

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Portable Media Players Stores music, videos, photos

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Digital Cameras Stores videos,

photos

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Game Console: a mobile computing device designed for single-player or multiplayer video games.

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Server: A computer that controls access to network resources and provides centralized storage

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Mainframe computer: very powerful, expensive computer that supports thousands of connected users.

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Supercomputer: the fastest, most powerful, most expensive computer. Used for applications requiring complex mathematical calculations.

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World’s fastest computer 1750 teraflops

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Embedded Computer: a special-purpose computer that functions as a component in a larger product.

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1. Personal Computers (desktop)2. Mobile Computers and Mobile Devices3. Game Consoles4. Servers5. Mainframes6. Supercomputers7. Embedded Computers

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