Question

Which of the following categories of computers generally has least processing and storage capacity?
1. Supercomputers
2. Mainframes
3. Minicomputers
4. Microcomputers

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : Microcomputers

The correct answer is Microcomputers.

• Microcomputers generally have the least processing and storage capacity.
• A microcomputer is a complete computer on a small scale, designed for use by one person at a time.
• An antiquated term, a microcomputer is now primarily called a personal computer (PC), or a device based on a single-chip microprocessor.
• Common microcomputers include laptops and desktops.

• A mainframe computer informally called a mainframe or big iron is a computer used primarily by large organizations for critical applications, bulk data processing. 
• A supercomputer is a computer with a high level of performance as compared to a general-purpose computer. 
• A minicomputer is a type of computer that possesses most of the features and capabilities of a large computer but is smaller in physical size.