Question

Which computer can perform the single dedicated task?

Which computer can be used where there is no regular electricity?

Write any five example of mini and mainframe computer.​

Answer 1

1) Special Purpose Computers

A special-purpose computer is designed to be task specific and most of the times their job is to solve one particular problem. They are also known as dedicated computers, because they are dedicated to perform a single task over and over again.

2) Non-electric computers

A mechanical computer is built from mechanical components such as levers and gears, rather than electronic components.

3) Mainframe Computers ~ VAX 8842, CDC 6600, IBM 4381

Mini Computers ~ PDP - 11, VASPARC