What defines a device as a computer?

Answer 1

Back then, anything that could run a program. 15 years ago, anything that had some sort of 'Explorer' or 'Finder'. Today, probably anything that has a keyboard and mouse, internet, a cd/dvd runner, and the ability to ask a question such as this one.

Answer 2

A broad definition of a computer is any device that can calculate numbers (a "computing" device), whether electronic or mechanical (See Charles Babbage).

In the modern sense, a computer must have a microprocessor (CPU), storage (built-in flash memory or removable), and allows input/output.

Answer 3

the ability to process and store information

Answer 4

MP2 layers,iPod,Laptop,mobile and a clock all contain computers! I hope i answered your question

Answer 5

In the most basic definition of the term, a "computer" must consist of a microprocessor and has data storage capabilities.

Answer 6

Anything that has computation capabilities is technically a computer.

Answer 7

input devices