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Computers for Individual Users

Most computers are meant to be used by only one person at a time.


Such computers are often shared by several people (such as those
in your school's computer lab), but only one user can work with the
machine at any given moment.

The six primary types of computers in this category are

» Desktopcomputers
» Workstations
» Notebookcomputers
» Tabletcomputers
» Handheldcomputers
» Smart phones

These systems are all examples of personal computers (PCs)— a


term that refers to any computer system that is designed for use by
a single person. Personal computers arc also called microcomputer,
because they are among the smallest computers created for people
to use. Note, however, that the term personal computer or PC is
most often used to describe desktop computers, which you w ill
learn about in the following section.

Although personal computers are used by individuals, they also can


be connected together to create networks . In fact, networking has
become one of the most important jobs of personal computers, and
even tiny handheld computers can now be connected to networks.

Personal Computers
 Personal Computers refers to any computer that is meant to be used by a single
person only.
 Personal Computers are also called Microcomputers as they are the smallest
computers for personal use.
 The term PC is most commonly used to refer to a Desktop Computer.

Types of Personal Computers


The seven main types of Personal Computers are:

 Desktop Computers
 Workstations
 Laptop Computers
 Notebook Computers
 Tablet Computers
 Handheld Computers
 Smartphone Computers
Desktop Computers
 The most common type of Personal Computer
 Commonly used in workplaces, schools and homes.
 Owing to their large size they are difficult to carry around.
 Is designed to make it sit on a table or desk that’s why it’s called a Desktop
Computer
 Desktop Computer performs a multitude of tasks ranging from communication,
photo editing, playing games, watching videos and much more.
 The main component of a Desktop Computer is the System Unit.
 System Unit is the case that houses critical parts of desktop PC such as
processing and storage devices.
 System Units generally available in two models
 Originally Oriented System Unit
 Vertically oriented system Unit also called as tower model.

Workstations
 A desktop computer but with more powerful processing additional memory and
graphics handling capabilities than a standard desktop PC and thus more
speedy.
 Optimized for scientists, engineers, animators, who need a system with greater
average speed and power to perform sophisticated tasks such as 3D graphics
and game development.
Laptop Computers
 People normally place these devices on their laps, hence the name laptop
computer.
 Those who require the power of full-size desktop computers can avail
themselves of laptop computers because they are microcomputers in the true
sense.
 Owing to their small size and portability, laptops belong to the category of
mobile computers.
 Mobile computers are easy to carry around because of their small size.
 Some laptop systems are designed to be plugged into a docking station,
including a full-size keyboard and mouse or other devices.
 Docking stations also provide additional ports that enable the laptop to be
connected to different devices or a network in the same manner as a desktop
computer.
Notebook Computers
 Notebook computers are the same as laptop computers exact for they are
smaller and lighter than laptops.
Tablet Computers
 Tablet PCs offer all the functionality of notebook PC, but they are lighter and can
accept input from a special pen called a stylus or a digital pen that is used to tap
or write directly on the screen.
 Many tablet PCs also have a built-in microphone and special software that
accepts input from the user’s voice
 Tablet PCs use tailored versions of stander software and can even be plugged
into the network.
 It may be possible to convert a few models to a keyboard as well as a full-
fledged monitor.
 In some models a tablet PC may be converted into a notebook PC by using a
book cover keyboard.
Handheld Computers
 Computers are small enough to fit in your hand or placed in your pocket.
 Most common example is the personal Digital Assistant (PDA) which is nothing
more in size than a small appointment book.
 PDAs are used for notes taking maintaining a list of telephone numbers and
addresses and keeping oneself informed of important dates and agenda items.
 May be synchronized with a Desktop Computer to Exchange Data.
 Some PDAs allow users to write on the screen using a pen.
 Provide features such as access to the internet using a wireless connection,
global positioning systems, music players and digital cameras and can include a
cell phone.
 Some PDAs allow voice input.
Smartphone Computers
 smartphones are hybrid of PDAA and cellular phones.
 Smartphones offer sophisticated features not normally present in cellphones.
That’s why they are referred to as smartphones.
 These advanced features could be access to web and email, high-resolution
digital cameras, music players as well as the ability to install different mobile
apps.

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