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Different Types of Computer - Based On Size, Purpose and Working Principal

The document discusses different ways to classify computers based on their working principle, purpose, and size. It describes analog computers, which process analog data through measurement, digital computers, which operate on discrete digits, and hybrid computers, which utilize aspects of both analog and digital. It also outlines general purpose computers, which can perform varied tasks through programming, and special purpose computers, which are designed for single dedicated functions. Finally, it defines classifications of computers by size, including microcomputers, minicomputers, mainframes, and supercomputers.

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Different Types of Computer - Based On Size, Purpose and Working Principal

The document discusses different ways to classify computers based on their working principle, purpose, and size. It describes analog computers, which process analog data through measurement, digital computers, which operate on discrete digits, and hybrid computers, which utilize aspects of both analog and digital. It also outlines general purpose computers, which can perform varied tasks through programming, and special purpose computers, which are designed for single dedicated functions. Finally, it defines classifications of computers by size, including microcomputers, minicomputers, mainframes, and supercomputers.

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Different Types of Computer :Based on

Size,Purpose and Working Principal


Different Types of Computer: Based on Working Principal, Purpose and Size

Computer can be classified in many ways. The common way is to classify the computer according to
working principle, purpose and size. There are different types of computer.
1. Types of Computer- Based on working Principal

1. Analog computer
2. Digital computer
3. Hybrid computer

2. Types of Computer- Based on Purpose

1. General Purpose Computer


2. Special Purpose Computer

3. Types of Computer- Based on Size

1. Micro Computer
2. Mini Computer
3. Mainframe Compute
4.  Super computer
      1.Types of Computer- Based On working Principal-

On the basis of working Principle the computer can be classified into three types:-

1. Analog computer –
2. Digital computer
3. Hybrid computer

1. Analog Computer–  It is used to process analog data. Analog computer operates by measuring rather
than counting. An analog computer measures continuous electrical or physical magnitudes like voltage,
pressure, water flow etc.An analog computer has the ability to accept inputs which vary with time and
intensity and directly apply them to various devices which perform desired operation. It produces output in
the form of graph.
   These computer are mostly used in process control plants.
 2. Digital Computer-

A digital computer operates directly on decimal digit that represents either discrete data or symbols. It
converts the data into digits and then all operations are done on these digits at extremely fast rates. Digit
computer basically knows how to count the digits.
Computers used for business and scientific application are digital computers.

3. Hybrid Computer –  Hybrid computer utilize the best qualities of both analog and digital computers.
They are suited for situation where digital processing of data collected in analog form is desirable.
For example –  in a hospital intensive care unit analog devices may measure a patient’s heart function,
temperature etc. these measurements may then be converted into numbers and supplied to digital devices.
Other areas are guided missile system new aircraft design etc .
2.Types of Computer- Based on Purpose

Purpose wise computer can be classified into two types::

1. General Purpose Computer


2. Special Purpose Computer

1. General Purpose Computer –  Theses computer can store different programs and can thus be used in
countless application. A General Purpose Computer  can perform any kind of jobs with equal efficiency
simply by changing the application program stored in main memory.

2. Special Purpose Computer –  A Special Purpose Computer is the one that is designed to perform only
one special task. The program or instructions set is permanently stored in such a machine. It does its single
task very quickly and it cannot be used for any other purpose.
These computers are often used to perform specific function such as controlling a manufacturing process
or directing communications.

3.Types of Computer- Based on Size

Size wise computers can also be classified into four types-

1. Micro Computer
2. Mini Computer
3. Mainframe Computer
4. Super computer

1.Micro Computer or personal computers- 

A microcomputer is a computer whose CPU is a microprocessor. A microprocessor is a processor all of


whose component are on a single integrated circuit chip.
Personal computers are a kind of kind of micro computer. Personal computers are called so because they
are designed for personal use of individual or individual small business units’ office automation unit or
professionals. Pc can be used for variety of applications like computer literacy, fun and games, business
applications, programming etc.
 Types of Micro Computer or personal computers

• Desktop Computer
• Laptop Computer
• Palmtop Computer,Digital Diary ,Notebook ,PDAs.

Some typical machines are – DCM Tandy, Apple- II, BBC Acorn, IBM-PC , Pentium.

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