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This document discusses different types of computers - desktop PC, mainframe, personal digital assistant (PDA), laptop, and notebook. For each computer type, it provides a description and lists 3 advantages and 3 disadvantages. The desktop PC is described as a personal computer that stays in one location on a desk. It has advantages of easy typing, high disk space for storage, and ability to improve skills, but disadvantages of high cost, lack of portability, and need for dedicated space. The mainframe is a large computer with hundreds of processors that can process many small tasks quickly, and has advantages of performance, scalability, and security but high cost, need for large space and temperature control, and high maintenance.

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Lesson 3

This document discusses different types of computers - desktop PC, mainframe, personal digital assistant (PDA), laptop, and notebook. For each computer type, it provides a description and lists 3 advantages and 3 disadvantages. The desktop PC is described as a personal computer that stays in one location on a desk. It has advantages of easy typing, high disk space for storage, and ability to improve skills, but disadvantages of high cost, lack of portability, and need for dedicated space. The mainframe is a large computer with hundreds of processors that can process many small tasks quickly, and has advantages of performance, scalability, and security but high cost, need for large space and temperature control, and high maintenance.

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NAME: CONNIE C.

BATUCAN STUDENT ID: 23-0899-953


COURSE: MAEd-HE SUBJECT CODE: C-HE 01
DESCRIPTIVE TITLE: DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY

APPLICATION IN EDUCATION

LESSON 3
Task 1
1. Personal Digital Assistant
2. Notebook
3. Laptop
4. Mainframe
5. Palmtop
6. Desktop PC

Task 2
Computer Type Description and Advantages/Disadvantages
(3 of each)
Desktop PC Description:

a personal or micro-mini computer sufficient


to fit on a desk.

A desktop computer is a type of


computer that stays in a single location. It is
placed on the desk or table. It is not
portable.

Advantages:

 is done easily on a desktop computer


because of the large keyboard.
 The computer has high disk space so a
lot of information can be stored on
the PC.
 Teachers and students can learn and
improve their skills by using a desktop
computer.

Disadvantages:

 It is expensive to buy a desktop


computer.
 Desktop computer is not portable like
a laptop.
 It requires extra space to place and
also you will need a dedicated room
to place a desktop computer.

Mainframe Description:

A mainframe computer is a large


computer with hundreds of processors. It can
process a larger amount of smaller tasks
quickly. A mainframe computer is smaller
than a supercomputer.

Advantages:

 These computers are better in


performance and are reliable.
 They are scalable in the sense that
more hardware i.e. processors and
memory can be added if needed.
 The security of these computers is
very high.

Disadvantages:

 Expensive.
 It needs a large space and also the
temperature of the place should not
be hot.
 These computers have a very high
maintenance.

Personal Digital Description:


Assistant Personal Digital Assistant(PDAs) are
among the most recent contraptions that
great many educated clients need to utilize
and claim.
Advantages:
 It is very convenient to use.
 It can automate repetitive tasks.
 It can help stay organized by keeping
track of to-do list.
Disadvantages:
 High Cost.
Laptop Description:
a portable computer complete with an
integrated screen and keyboard. It
is generally smaller in size than a desktop
computer and larger than a notebook
computer.
A laptop may be a pc that will be easily
carried to a variety of locations. It’s also
called a transportable pc.
Advantages:
 Easy to use
 durable
 Portability

Disadvantages:
 Costly as compared to PC.
 Fragile

Notebook Description:
A Notebook is a smaller version of a
desktop computer which is small and
compact.
Advantages:
 Speed
 Screen Size
 Portability

Disadvantages:
 Cost
 Battery life
 Limited features

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