Chapter: 4 (Types of Computer)

 

Write very short answer of the following question

a)     Is analog computer based on binary digits?

Ans: No analog computer is not based on binary digits.

b)    What does the word "digital" means?

Ans: Digital mean discrete on/off or discontinuous form of data.

c)     Can we use super computer at our homes?

Ans: No, Super computer is not designed for personal use.

d)    Give one example of handheld computer.

Ans: Personal Digital Assistance (PAD) is the example of handheld computer.

e)     Which types of computers are in briefcase style?

Ans: Laptop computer are in briefcase style.

Write short answer of the following question

a)     Distinguish between analog and digital computers.

Ans: Distinguish between analog computer and digital computer

Analog Computer	Digital Computer
·        Analog computer process continuous data.	·        Digital computer process discontinuous data.
·        They can only perform single task.	·        They can perform multiple task
·        They are used for special purpose.	·        Digital computer are used for general purpose.
·        E.g. Speedometer, Seismograph	·        E.g. IBM Pc, Notebook

b)    List the types of digital computers.

Ans: Types of digital computers are:

i) Micro Computer                        ii) Mini Computer

iii) Mainframe Computer             iv) Super Computer

a)      Write the application of super computers.

Ans: Super computers play an important role in the field of weather forecasting, automobile designing, flight management, ICU, ECG etc.

b)      Discuss one simple example of hybrid computer.

Ans: A hybrid computer process both continuous and discontinuous data it means it can perform the task done by analog as well as digital computer. The computer that are used in jet plane are the example of hybrid computer.

c)       What are laptop computers.

Ans: Laptop computer are small sized micro computer which are portable, handy and can be operate on a special rechargeable battery so that can be carried and operate anywhere.

d)      Why are palmtop computers more popular these days?

Ans: Palmtop computers are small sized latest micro computers which can be easily hold on palm of one hand and operated by other hand so it is more popular these days.

Write long answer of the following questions.

a)     Classify the types of digital computers with short description

Ans: Types of Digital Computers Classified by Size:

Microcomputers:

The smallest and most common type of computer, also known as personal computers (PCs) or home computers. Used for personal and business applications like word processing, spreadsheets, and gaming.

Minicomputers:

Larger than microcomputers but smaller than mainframes. Used by businesses and organizations for data processing, networking, and scientific computing.

Mainframe Computers:

The largest and most powerful type of computer, used by large businesses for enterprise resource planning (ERP), customer relationship management (CRM), and artificial intelligence (AI).

Supercomputers:

The most powerful type of computer, used by research institutions and government agencies for weather forecasting, climate modeling, and nuclear weapons design.

b)    How are micro computers classified into different types? Discuss briefly.

Ans: Here are some of the most common types of microcomputers:

Desktop Computers:

The most common type of microcomputer, used for personal and business applications like word processing, spreadsheets, and gaming.

Laptop Computers:

Portable microcomputers that can be used anywhere, commonly used for personal and business applications like word processing, spreadsheets, and email.

Handheld Computers:

Portable computers that are small enough to be held in one’s hand, such as tablets, Smartphone’s, and pocket PCs. Used for personal information management (PIM).

c)     Differentiate between general purpose computer and special purpose computers with suitable examples.

General Purpose Computer	Special Purpose Computer
·        Designed to perform a wide variety of tasks	·        Designed to perform a specific task
·        Can be programmed to perform any task	·        Can only be programmed to perform the task it was designed for
·        Typically less expensive	·        Typically more expensive
·        Very versatile	·        Not as versatile
·        Personal computers, laptops, tablets, smartphones	·        Traffic lights, microwaves, calculators, gaming consoles