Types of Computer

Computer Generations:

"Computer Generation" refers to the advancements of technology, speed, storage capacity and the reduction of the prices and the size of the computers.

(i) First Generation: (1946-1955) - Made by using Vacuum tubes, Examples: ("ENIAC" and "UNIVAC").

(ii) Second Generation: (1956-1965) - Made by using Transistor.

(iii) Third Generation: (1966-1975) - Made by using Integrated Circuits (IC) chips.

(iv) Fourth Generation: (1976-2010) - Made by using Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) Technology.

(v) Fifth Generation: (2010-Present) - Made by using Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Computer Models:

Models: Depending on shape, sizes and capabilities modern computer are mainly four types.

(i) Micro Computers,

(ii) Mini Computers,

(iii) Mainframe Computers,

(iv) Super Computers

Computer Types:

Based on principle of operations, computers are classified into following three types:

(i) Digital Computers,

(ii) Analog Computers,

(iii) Hybrid Computers.