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Which type of computer is capable of handling continuous values such as electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic quantities?
Which type of computer is capable of handling continuous values such as electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic quantities?
What type of computer is designed to perform a range of tasks?
What type of computer is designed to perform a range of tasks?
Which type of computer is the fastest and most powerful, used for specialized applications requiring immense computing power?
Which type of computer is the fastest and most powerful, used for specialized applications requiring immense computing power?
What type of computer is capable of supporting hundreds or even thousands of users simultaneously?
What type of computer is capable of supporting hundreds or even thousands of users simultaneously?
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Which type of computer is mainly used as small or mid-range servers operating business and scientific applications?
Which type of computer is mainly used as small or mid-range servers operating business and scientific applications?
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Which direct entry input device is described as automatically capturing data, images, or videos without the need for human involvement?
Which direct entry input device is described as automatically capturing data, images, or videos without the need for human involvement?
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What is a characteristic of a LED monitor when compared to a CRT monitor?
What is a characteristic of a LED monitor when compared to a CRT monitor?
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What is the primary function of a graphic plotter?
What is the primary function of a graphic plotter?
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In inkjet printing, how are characters and images formed on the paper?
In inkjet printing, how are characters and images formed on the paper?
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What must be considered to ensure CPU compatibility with a motherboard?
What must be considered to ensure CPU compatibility with a motherboard?
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Study Notes
Types of Computers
- Analog computers are capable of handling continuous values such as electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic quantities.
- General-purpose computers are designed to perform a range of tasks.
- Supercomputers are the fastest and most powerful, used for specialized applications requiring immense computing power.
- Mainframe computers are capable of supporting hundreds or even thousands of users simultaneously.
- Minicomputers are mainly used as small or mid-range servers operating business and scientific applications.
Input Devices
- Scanners are a direct entry input device that automatically captures data, images, or videos without the need for human involvement.
Display Devices
- LED monitors have a characteristic of being thinner and lighter compared to CRT monitors.
Output Devices
- The primary function of a graphic plotter is to produce high-quality graphics, charts, and drawings.
Printing
- In inkjet printing, characters and images are formed on the paper by spraying tiny droplets of ink onto the paper.
CPU Compatibility
- The socket type and chipset must be considered to ensure CPU compatibility with a motherboard.
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Test your knowledge about the different classifications of computers based on technology and purpose. Learn about analog and digital computers, as well as special purpose and general purpose computers.
