Different from our personal computers a Main Frame computers are traditionally used by large organizations to complete bulk data processing. For instance tasks like census and financial transaction processing require a computer that can make an insane amount of calculations in a short amount of time.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Computers (personal and mainframe)
My comprehension of how a computer is defined is as follows: A "personal" computer is a machine used for a variety of tasks, from simple calculations, to complicated graphics designing and film editing. For me personally, a computer is firstly a word processor and secondly a media center. That is to say, I use my computer for music, movies, pictures and TV. Also a computer is an easy access point for the internet, where the possibilities for media and information intake is limitless. Beyond all this, a computer allows for connectivity among peers. This blog for instance would not even exist without computers. Computers connect us to each other and the rest of the world.
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I use my computer in typically the same way that Robby has described above. I always wonder what it would be like to not be able to work on my personal computer. I know that it is possible (seeing how generations before us have been able to get through life without them), however, mine truly is my "media center" as well. I think a personal computer can tell you a lot about a person, it's almost like a way to look at their identity. You can tell a lot about a person by the type of music they listen to, what DVDs or CDs they use for their computer, what type of hardware is on their personal machine, ect. I know the old phrase of "you can't judge a book by it's cover", I wonder if that will change to something having to do with identity in regards to a personal computer.
ReplyDeleteI think personal computers have evolved tremendously to the point that you can use them anywhere you go, like a small PC or an iPhone.
ReplyDeleteIf you're going to discuss mainframe computers, I think much more could be said on the topic.
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