COMPUTER HISTORY AND EVOLUTION
DEVELOPMENT OF COMPUTERS
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Question
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These computers are used for weather forecasting, space research and satellite control
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Super computers
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Mainframe computers
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Mini computers
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Supercomputers are the fastest type of computer. It is very expensive and employed for specialized applications that require immense amounts of mathematical calculations. For example-weather forecasting, fluid dynamic calculations, nuclear energy research, and petroleum exploration.
Detailed explanation-2: -The On-Board Computer (OBC) is the brain of the satellite. OBC is responsible for implementation of control law, processing associated with payload, data packeting activities associated with communication, monitoring load health status, handling of data storage etc.
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