Lesson 1 - Types of Computers

   Introduction

There are many different types of computers used in organizations, most of which are tied to a network. Some of these computers are small and can only run a limited amount of applications. Others are large and can run many applications and service many users at the same time. This lesson looks at classifications of computers found in networks and the primary purpose of each type. Computer classifications include:

	Desktop computers
	Mid-range computers and servers
	Mainframe computers
	Others

    Objectives

At the end of this lesson you should be able to:

1.	Identify the primary function of each class of computer
2.	Understand where each type of computer is typically found in a network

Key Points

Computer types perform unique tasks based on their size.

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