prelim 2 Flashcards
A digital computer system under the control of a
stored program that uses a microprocessor, a
programmable ROM and a RAM.
Microcomputers
Biggest and fastest machines today, used when billions or even trillions of calculations are needed.
Super Computers
Have the capability of dealing with a variety of
different problems, and are able to act in response
to programs created to meet different needs.
General – Purpose Computers
First Gen of Computers
Vacuum Tube
Designed to perform one specific task
Special – Purpose Computers
Provide faster operating speeds and larger
storage capacities than small computer systems.
Medium-Size Computers
Fifth Gen of Computers
Information Superhighway
Second Gen of Computers
Transistor
Ultimate in system sophistication, flexibility, and
speed.
Large Computers
Operates on data expressed as a continuously
changing representation of a physical variable. Used for scientific, engineering and process control purposes.
Analog Computers
Machine that specializes in counting.
Digital Computers
Third Gen of Computers
Integrated Circuit
Designed to handle large amount of data
Perform very few mathematical manipulation
Business Computer
Combines the measuring capabilities of the
analog computer and the logical and control
capabilities of the digital computer.
Hybrid Computers
one of the most
popular microcomputers of its era, and is
the best-selling model of home computer
of all time.
Commodore 64
