SSC
COMPUTER
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a computer of medium power, more than a microcomputer but less than a mainframe.
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A computer that is mini
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a desktop computer terminal, typically networked and more powerful than a personal computer.
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Minicomputer – a mid-range computer that is intermediate in size, power, speed, storage capacity, etc., between a mainframe and a microcomputer. Minicomputers are used by small organizations. “Minicomputer” is a term that is no longer used much.
Detailed explanation-2: -Minicomputers are mainly used for administrative tasks, word processing, process control, etc. Microcomputers are mainly used for managing databases, graphics, word processing, etc. 9. Microcomputers are less powerful.
Detailed explanation-3: -A mainframe computer has much more features, larger memory, and high processing speed as compared to a minicomputer. Initially, mainframe computers were developed to be utilized as servers, whereas minicomputers were designed to fulfil the need of mid−sized high speed computing device.