Types of Computers

2. Found in homes, offices and schools, these computers are designed to be set up and left in one place. They can be easily customised and upgraded. (7,2)
5. A more powerful version of a server, costing up to £4million to buy.
8. A computer that taps directly into the fundamental fabric of reality. I am extremely powerful and harness the power of atoms and molecules to perform memory and processing tasks similar to a human.
9. A smaller, less powerful relative of the laptop that is usually uses for internet browsing and low performance tasks.
10. The fastest, most powerful and most expensive computers in the world. They cost over £100million to buy and are mainly used for scientific research, weather modelling and by the military. (5,8)
11. A powerful computer that carry out many different tasks for many different people at one time.

1. A cross between a tablet and a laptop. The touch screen can either be flipped over or completely detached from the main body.
3. A recent development of the mobile phone. A truly multifunctional device that can do all that mobile phones can do and so much more, including games, live TV etc…
4. A mobile, quite thin device that has a flat surface and a touch screen. Generally around 7 to 10 inches in screen size these are becoming ever more popular computers for personal use.
6. A portable computer that is mobile and can be carried around with you, but has the same power and functionality of a Desktop PC.
7. A computer with a dedicated function within a larger mechanical or electrical system. I am commonly found in home appliances such as washing machines and toasters.