
Classification of computer All modern computers and computing devices use microprocessors whose speeds and storage capacities are skyrocketing day by day. The developmental benchmark for computers is now their size. Computers are now classified on the basis of their use or size: Desktop Laptop Tablet Server Mainframe Supercomputer Let us look at all these types of computers in detail. Desktop Desktop computers are personal computers (PCs) designed for use by an individual at a fixed location. IBM was the first computer to introduce and popularize use of desktops. A desktop unit typically has a CPU (Central Processing Unit), monitor, keyboard and mouse. Introduction of desktops popularized use of computers among common people as it was compact and affordable. The foremost design consideration here was user friendliness. Laptop Despite its huge popularity, desktops gave way to a more compact and portabl...