Hardware/Software - Device Types Flashcards

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What is a supercomputer? What is it suitable for?

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  • It’s a computer with thousands of processors & a very large memory capacity
  • They are used for tasks which involve very complex calculations (eg. weather forecasting)
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What is a desktop computer? What is it suitable for?

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  • It’s a computer which consists of a monitor, keyboard, mouse, processor, main memory, hard disk etc
  • They are used as everyday computers for workstations and home desks
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What is a laptop? What is it suitable for?

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  • It’s a computer that’s small enough to sit on your lap

* It’s small size allows it to be taken almost anywhere, so is good for businessmen

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What is a tablet? What is it suitable for?

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  • It’s a computer contained entirely in a flat touchscreen, and uses touch as its main input instead of mouse
  • They are used in places where it is awkward to use a laptop (eg. standing up)
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What is a smartphone? What is it suitable for?

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  • It’s a computer which usually has a digital camera and a high speed wireless internet connection
  • They are used for email, web browsing and creating/editing documents
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