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Write down the difference between IBM and apple computers. 

Write down the difference between IBM and apple computers. 

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IBM Computers   Apple Computers 
1. These computers use both GUI and CUI programs.1. These computers use only GUI programs.
2.  Mouse is optional to these computers. 2. Mouse is compulsory to these computers.
3. They are manufactured by IBM Company USA. 3. They are manufactured by Apple Corporation USA.
4. They are cheaper than Apple Computers.4. They are expensive than IBM Computers.


More questions on Types of Computer

How are computers classified into different types ?

Computer are classified according to working principle, size, brand and purpose.

What are general purpose computer and special purpose computers ? 

  • General purpose Computer : The computers which are designed to handle a variety of common task at homes, offices, organizations, etc. are known as the general purpose computer. E.g. Personal computer.
  • Special purpose Computer : The computers which can handle the only one particular data for specific purpose are known as special purpose computer. E.g. Super Computer, Analog computer.

List the characteristics of hybrid computer.

The characteristics of hybrid computer are:

  • It is the special purpose computer.
  • It can process both continuous and discrete data.
  • It usually has high cost compared to analog and digital computer.
  • It is the combination of qualities of analog as well as digital computer.

What are the types of digital computer based on size and performance ? 

The types of digital computer based on size and performance are :

  1. Super Computer
  2. Mainframe Computer
  3. Mini Computer
  4. Micro Computer

What are super computer ?  What is its application in real situation ? 

Super Computers are special purposed, powerful, most expensive and fastest computer. The application of super computers in real life situation are aircraft launching, automobile designing etc.

Write down the difference between IBM PC and IBM Compatible computer. 


IBM PC

 IBM Compatible

1. IBM Computer is developed by IBM company itself.

1. IBM Compatible computer is developed by the company other than the IBMbut based on the principle developed by IBM.
2. It is generally called "branded" or "original PC". 2. It is generally called as assembled or duplicate PC.
3. It is generally expensive.

3. It is generally cheaper.
4. It is more reliable. 4. It is less reliable.


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