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The document discusses different types of computers: 1) Micro computers include desktops, laptops, tablets, palmtops, smartphones, and embedded systems. Desktops have separate monitor, CPU, keyboard and mouse units. Laptops are portable and can fold screens onto keyboards. 2) Mini computers are larger than micros and support 4-200 users. Mainframe computers are the largest and support hundreds of users for tasks like reservations. 3) Super computers are the most powerful and are used for weather forecasting and space research.

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Class 6 Computer Worksheet No1

The document discusses different types of computers: 1) Micro computers include desktops, laptops, tablets, palmtops, smartphones, and embedded systems. Desktops have separate monitor, CPU, keyboard and mouse units. Laptops are portable and can fold screens onto keyboards. 2) Mini computers are larger than micros and support 4-200 users. Mainframe computers are the largest and support hundreds of users for tasks like reservations. 3) Super computers are the most powerful and are used for weather forecasting and space research.

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GIRLS’ HIGH SCHOOL & COLLEGE, PRAYAGRAJ

WORKSHEET NO.: 1
SESSION: 2020-2021
CLASS: 6 (A, B, C, D, E, F)
SUBJECT: COMPUTER
INSTRUCTION: Parents are expected to ensure that the student takes reference from any book or
Internet.

Link: https://youtu.be/GOHrC88j0Tg

CHAPTER 1: CATEGORIES OF COMPUTERS AND COMPUTER LANGUAGES


TOPIC: TYPES OF COMPUTERS
The different types of computers are:

 Micro Computers: These computers are small in size and cost less. They are designed for personal
use, therefore, they are also called personal computers or PCs. They are mainly used in homes,
schools, offices, shops, banks, etc.
Examples: Commodore64, IBM PC.

Following are the various Micro Computers:

 Desktop Computers: These computers are designed to fit comfortably on top of desks.
Desktop computers typically come with several units, such as monitor, CPU, keyboard, and
mouse, which are connected to each other and work like a single unit.

 Laptop Computers: These computers are small in size and can be placed on the lap. These
are battery operated and portable. We can fold down the screen of laptop on to the
keyboard when not in use.

 Tablet Computers: These computers are smaller and lighter than laptop computers but
bigger than smart phones. Instead of keyboard and mouse, tablets use touch-sensitive
screen for typing and navigation.

 Palmtop Computers: A palmtop computer is a small device that can fit in the palm of your
hand.

 Handheld Devices: Devices that are small in size and can be easily held in the hand are called
Handheld Devices. They can be conveniently carried in the pocket. The handheld computers
are also called Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs).

 Smartphone: A Smartphone is a handheld device that combines features of a


personal computer with other common features of a mobile phone.

 Game Console: A Game Console is a device used to play interactive video games.

 Embedded Systems: An embedded system is the one that has a computer hardware with
software, embedded or implanted into a larger device. Embedded systems are also called
Microcontrollers.
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 Mini Computers: These computers are bigger in size with a higher processing speed and are costlier
than Micro Computers. They are capable to support about 4 to 200 users simultaneously. These
computers are used in banks, universities, and in other big organizations.
Example: PDP-8, HP2100, MicroVAX3100.

 Main Frame Computers: These computers are designed to tackle huge amount of data. They are big
in size with a large memory and high speed. More than hundred users can use a Main Frame
Computer simultaneously. They are used in large business organizations, universities, banks,
scientific laboratories, airline and railway ticket reservations etc.
Example: IBM Z series, PDP-10, and System Z10.

 Super Computers: They are most powerful computers with a huge processing speed. These
computers are used for weather forecasting, space research, Satellite Control, etc.
Example: CRAY-1, CRAY-2, PARAM, Sunway Taihulight, etc.

ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:


FILL IN THE BLANKS:

1. ________ computers are used for weather forecasting.

2. The handheld computers are also called ________.

3. An ________ has a computer hardware with software, embedded into a larger device.

ANSWER IN ONE WORD:

1. Which computers are used for airline and railway ticket reservations?

2. Name any Super Computer.

3. Which device is used to play interactive video games?

ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN SHORT:

1. What do you know about Desktop computers?

2. Write a short note on Smartphone.

ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN LONG:

1. What do you know about Micro Computers?

2. Differentiate between Laptop and Tablet Computers.

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