Computer Systems Classification
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What is the primary measure of performance for supercomputers?

  • FLOPS (correct)
  • CPU cycles
  • MIPS
  • RAM usage
  • Which operating system do the world's fastest 500 supercomputers primarily run on?

  • Windows
  • Unix
  • Mac OS
  • Linux-based operating systems (correct)
  • In which country is additional research being conducted to build even faster supercomputers?

  • Brazil
  • India
  • China (correct)
  • South Africa
  • What are supercomputers used for in the field of weather forecasting and climate research?

    <p>Intensive computation tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which field has historically found supercomputers to be essential?

    <p>Cryptanalysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of mainframe computers?

    <p>Bulk data processing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did mini computers come into the market?

    <p>Late 1960s</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinguishing feature of microcomputers?

    <p>Microprocessor as CPU</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did mini computers differ from mainframe computers in terms of size?

    <p>Took up less space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did microcomputers play in the development of present-day gadgets?

    <p>They were the foundation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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