Types of Computers | multimedia

Laptop Computer

Function - a computer that is portable and suitable for use while traveling

Example - Windows Laptop

Desktop Computer

Function - A desktop computer is a personal computerdesigned for regular use at a single location on or near a desk or table due to its size and power requirements.

Example - Windows Desktop Computer

Tablet PC

Function - a computer that accepts input directly onto an LCD screen rather than via a keyboard or mouse.

Example - Windows Tablet

Smartphone

Function - a cellular phone that performs many of the functions of a computer, typically having a touchscreen interface, Internet access, and an operating system capable of running downloaded applications.

Example - Iphone6

Server/Mainframe/Supercomputer

Function - The term mainframe computer was created to distinguish the traditional, large, institutional computer intended to service multiple users from the smaller, single user machines. These computers are capable of handling and processing very large amounts of data quickly.A Supercomputer is focused on performing tasks involving intense numerical calculations such as weather forecasting, fluid dynamics, nuclear simulations, theoretical astrophysics, and complex scientific computations.Server usually refers to a computer that is dedicated to provide a service. For example, a computer dedicated to a database may be called a "database server". "File servers" manage a large collection of computer files.

Example - Banks , Airline