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2. 1. Name the seven different “types” of computers. 2. Name the two most popular operating systems on today’s personal computers. 3. Briefly explain the features/uses of the seven types of computers. 2

3.  Desktop computer  Designed so all of the components fit entirely on or under a desk or table. 3

4.  The two most popular personal computers:  PC and compatibles use the Windows operating system  Apple Macintosh usually uses the Macintosh operating system (Mac OS X) 4

5.  Notebook/laptop computer:  Portable, small enough to fit on your lap  Usually more expensive than a desktop computer with equal capabilities 5

6.  Netbook: a small notebook computer primarily designed for web browsing and e- mailing.  No CD/DVD drive! 6

7.  Tablet/Laptop  Microsoft Surface 3 7

8.  Tablet: Apple iPad tablet computer  iPad overview iPad overview 8

9.  Smart phone: a mobile phone offering advanced capabilities, often with PC-like functionality (S5 and S4). 9

10.  Portable Media Players  Stores music, videos, photos 10

11.  Digital Cameras  Stores videos, photos 11

12.  Game Console: a mobile computing device designed for single-player or multiplayer video games. 12

13.  Server: A computer that controls access to network resources and provides centralized storage 13

14.  Mainframe computer: very powerful, expensive computer that supports thousands of connected users. 14

15.  Supercomputer: the fastest, most powerful, most expensive computer. Used for applications requiring complex mathematical calculations. 15

16.  World’s fastest computer  1750 teraflops 16

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18.  Embedded Computer: a special-purpose computer that functions as a component in a larger product. 18

19. 1. Personal Computers (desktop) 2. Mobile Computers and Mobile Devices 3. Game Consoles 4. Servers 5. Mainframes 6. Supercomputers 7. Embedded Computers 19

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