Types of Computer Systems PDF

Types of Computer Systems Information Technology Mr. Celestine  Computer System A Computer System - is group of hardware and software that perform specific tasks. Supercomputers Designed to carry out single, extremely complex computing tasks Climate res...

Types of Computer Systems Information Technology Mr. Celestine  Computer System A Computer System - is group of hardware and software that perform specific tasks. Supercomputers Designed to carry out single, extremely complex computing tasks Climate research Cryptanalysis (code breaking) Physical Simulations Oil and Gas Exploration Weather Forecasting Fast processing speed. Large storage capacity. Expensive. Require secure and climate- controlled environments. Mainframes Large-scale, powerful computer with a large storage capacity and a fast Central Processing Unit (CPU). Used by large organizations. Used primarily for transactions processing. Booking a plane seat online. Purchasing products online. Paying your bills or buying credit online. Desktop Systems Also known as Desktop Computer. A computer system small enough to fit on a desk. Powerful enough for common business tasks. Inexpensive enough for home ownership. Also known as a general purpose computer. Mobile Devices Computing devices that are small enough to hold and operate in one’s hand and are easily portable. Categories: Laptops/Notebooks Netbooks and Chromebooks Tablets and eReaders Smartphones and Phablets Handheld Game Consoles Nintendo Switch Embedded Devices Special purpose computer. Carries out a specific task in a lager system. Examples: Electronic Calculator Handheld Game Controllers Home Assistants GPS Satellite Navigation System Electronic Security Systems Automated Teller Machine (ATM)  Copy the table below and will match the computer system with the correct description and real-world use. Activity COM PUTER SY ST EM D ES CR I PTI O N R EA L WOR L D US E Supercomputer Mainframe Computer Desktop Computer Laptop Tablet Mobile Device Embedded System  Descriptions Real World Use The most powerful type of computer, capable of Found in banks and insurance companies to processing vast amounts of data at extremely high process financial transactions. speeds. A large, powerful system used by organizations to Used by students and professionals for work, manage large amounts of data and process transactions. study, and entertainment. A personal computer designed to be used at a desk for Used at home or in the office for personal and everyday tasks like browsing the web and creating professional tasks. documents. A portable computer with a built-in keyboard and screen Used for communication, mobile apps, and social for personal or professional tasks on the go. media. A portable device with a touchscreen interface, used for Used for weather forecasting and scientific media consumption, note-taking, and web browsing. simulations. A handheld device that combines mobile phone Found in devices like ATMs, home appliances, and functions with computing capabilities, supporting apps cars. and web browsing. A computer system embedded within a device to Used by consumers for media consumption, note- perform a specific function, found in appliances and taking, and browsing vehicles. Types of Desktop Systems (Form Factors) Slim/Small Small system usually the size of a shoe box. Small enough to fit on a busy desk. All In One (AIO) System Unit is integrated into the display unit. Everything is in one unit. Easy to position on a desk. Towers Vertical style system unit. Usually mounted on the floor. Has a separate display unit. Large and can be placed neatly under a desk. Desktop Horizontal style system unit. Usually desk mounted. Usually placed on a desk with the monitor on top of it to save space.