Types of computer
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Computers can be classified, or typed, in many ways. Some common classifications of computers are given below.
Black desktop computer with monitor on top and keyboard in front
Smartphone with rainbow-like display held in a hand
Purple video game console and controller
Rows of large, dark computer cabinets in huge room
Different types of computers – clockwise from top left:
Desktop computer (IBM ThinkCentre S50 with monitor)
Smartphone (LYF Water 2)
Supercomputer (IBM Blue Gene/P)
Video game console (Nintendo GameCube)
Classes by purpose
Classes by function
Classes by usage
Classed by generation of computer technology