Fill in the Blanks

1. Supercomputers are the largest and fastest computers.
2. Mainframe computers can be classified into supercomputers, mainframe computers, minicomputers, and microcomputers.
3. Desktop computers are those in which the case or main housing sits on a desk, with the keyboard in front and the screen (monitor) often on top.
4. Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) have the size of a pocket calculator.

State whether True or False

1. We cannot classify computers on the basis of size. (False)
2. Mainframe computers are more powerful than minicomputers. (True)
3. Minicomputers cannot be called mid-range servers. (False)
4. Laptops are small-sized machines that have the same power as a desktop. (True)

Answer the Following

1. Classify the types of computers used today.
2. List the characteristics of each type of computer.

Suggested Activity

Categorize the computers in terms of size, processing speed, and capacity only.

Field Trips

1. Determine what types of computers are being used in your school. In which departments are the different types of computers used? What are they used for? How are they connected to other computers?
2. Organize a field trip to various places such as science laboratories and government organizations to find out and report on:
- Types of computers and their uses.