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Special purpose computers are designed to do specific kinds of jobs. A TV, a washing machine, an iPod etc. are all forms of computers, but they have only a small range of things that they can do, and are designed specifically to do them. A PC or a Mac and other types of computers, can do a huge amount of things. They can be used by different people for completely different kinds of jobs. They are general purpose computers.
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What is the difference between old technology and new technology?
Old technology is past technology that is not special, like older types of television or older types of computers. New technology is more valuable and most people do not have it, like newer types of televisions and computers.
Define analog digital and hybrid computers?
Ans. Difference between a digital and hybrid computer:Digital Computers:These are general purpose computers. They accept data in the form of discrete digits (0 and 1). They have large storage capacity. They come in many sizes and shapes. They are generally used in every field of life. They are slow but accurate as compared to analog computers.Hybrid Computers:Hybrid computers combine best features of analog and digital computers i.e. speed, accuracy reliability etc. They are special purpose computers, which are fast and accurate. Hybrid computers help the user to handle both analog and digital type of data.SHOAIBBILALShoaibbilal64@yahoo.com
What is special about computers on wheels?
Computers on wheels are special because it enables the computer to be mobile. A computer on wheels is common in hospitals, for example, to move from room to room and ward to ward.
Is Modern washing machine is an example of a Special-Purpose Computer?
In a modern washing machine, the wash, rinse and spin cycles are controlled by special purpose (embedded) computers.
What is the term for a special kind of high frequency power supply used in computers and monitors?
It is a switching regulator.
What is the difference between a flag and a standard?
Apparently, the difference is that standards are not dedicated, whereas Colours are dedicated at a special dedication service
What uses a special 40-pin IDE cable?
Its not special, standard. Hard drive, CD ROM, on older computers.
What is the difference between FIFA 12 special edition and standard edition?
I think the diffence is, that in fifa 12 special edition you get extra ultimate team points, and 3 gold packs every month.
What is difference between xbox 360 and Halo 2 xbox special edition?
what is the difference between xbox 360 and halo 2xbox special edition
What is the difference between special educational needs and disability?
There is no difference between special education needs and disability. The difference lies in the types of special education services needed to help the student with the disability succeed in the least restrictive environment possible.
What's the main difference between the Keurig Special Edition and the Keurig Platinum Coffee Brewer?
The Keurig Special Edition has a more striking paint job, and comes with a few special accesories, but is functionally equivalent to the standard Keurig Platinum Coffee Brewer.
What is the difference between special product and factors?
what are prime numbers
What is the difference between general damages and special damages?
How are ordinary damages are different from special damages
What is the difference between a cube and a prism?
A cube is a special kind of prism.
What are the advantages of special purpose computers?
Special purpose computers are generally faster and more efficient at certain types of operations than normal computers.
What are Advantages of special purpose computers?
Special purpose computers are generally faster and more efficient at certain types of operations than normal computers.
What is the difference between special effects and magic tricks?
a magic trick is stupid and a special effect is ugly haha!
