6.1.2 - Evaluate the resources available in a variety of computer systems.

Question 1

What are the typical specifications of a mainframe computer?

Answer 1

Mainframes have thousands of cores and vast amounts of primary and secondary memory. They are used in large companies for weather/financial modeling, predictions, and creating virtual environments.

Question 2

What are servers commonly used for?

Answer 2

Servers often have high-spec processors (32 cores), 256GB-2TB RAM, and large SSD storage (16TB+). They serve networks (file, security, hosting), are used in data centers for cloud computing, and run virtual desktops and services.

Question 3

What are the specifications and common uses of personal computers (PCs)?

Answer 3

PCs have a single processor with multiple cores, 8GB-32GB RAM, and 256GB-1TB storage. They are used in businesses, schools, and homes, and can be expanded with GPUs and peripherals like monitors and keyboards.

Question 4

What are the characteristics of notebooks/sub-laptops?

Answer 4

Notebooks have reduced specifications compared to PCs, typically 4-16GB RAM and 128GB SSD. They rely on cloud services, are portable, and used for internet access and basic word processing.

Question 5

What are the typical specifications of mobile phones?

Answer 5

Mobile phones have single or multi-core processors, 8GB RAM, and non-volatile flash storage of 128GB-256GB. They are commonly used for remote access to applications, photography, and personal computing.

Question 6

What are the specifications and uses of tablets?

Answer 6

Tablets are similar to mobile phones with 4-16GB RAM and 64GB-256GB storage. They are used for media streaming and gaming but lack a physical keyboard.

Question 7

What are the specifications and uses of digital cameras?

Answer 7

Digital cameras have single-core processors, limited primary memory, and expandable secondary memory. They are used for high-end photography and travel.