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MAINFRAME is a some what antiquated term for a main server or a large machine capable of a workload much beyond the capability of a standard desktop unit. Also called "servers" or "Big iron" or even "gibsons" after the author of sci-fi novels the term has fallen into disuse these days.
Rare is it to see people putting all their money into a mainframe any longer. Parallel computing and cluster computing has enabled server farms to do the work of a mainframe for less money and less power! If you wish to see an example of what might be called a "Mainframe" check out the manufacturer "Cray" for some of their super computers.
For more detailed explanations I might recommend this page.
"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mainframe_computer"
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Example of company uses mainframe computer?
IBM or Microsoft.
Function of a mainframe?
The mainframe computer is usually used in a computer center to connect the other computers. The mainframe computer is a high level computer that is designed for demanding and extensive computer tasks.
When Douglas engelbart inventes mainframe computer?
Douglas Engelbart did not invent the mainframe computer.
Function of mainframe computer in computer?
The mainframe of computer is counting "0" and "1". The computer just counts these numbers and the user does everything with it.
What is the difference between a portable computer and a mainframe computer?
the difference is that the mainframe is bigger and more expensive.
Is it possible to upgrade a mainframe computer to a super computer?
was the mainframe designed for such an upgrade? that will determine yes or no.
Is an ATM a mainframe computer?
No, an Automated Teller Machine is a client computer connected to a server computer at the bank. The server may or may not be a mainframe computer.
What do you call a personal computer that uses special software to imitate a terminal so that the PC can communicate with the mainframe called?
terminal emulator.
What is the historical rate of demise of mainframe computers?
A mainframe computer is a large computer system that use to be manufactured. The historic demise of the mainframe computer began in the late 1980s when manufactures began making smaller models.
When did IBM produce their first mainframe computer?
IBM produced their first mainframe computer in 1952. Between 1952 and the late 1970's the term "mainframe computer" was automatically linked with IBM because they had the largest share of the computer market.
What is the fastest most expensive computer a Notebook computer a Supercomputer a Microcomputer or a Minicomputer?
Mainframe computers have large memory storage. While minicomputers have small or less memory storage than mainframe computer. ... The processing speed of mainframe computer is faster than minicomputer. While the processing speed of minicomputer is slower than mainframe computer.
Where use Mainframe Computer in Pakistan?
nowhere
