Type of Computer Based On Purpose

Type of Computer Based On Purpose:

1. General-purpose Computer;
2. Special-purpose Computer;

• General-purpose Computer:

• These types of computers are used to handle a variety of tasks.
• Programs are temporarily stored in memory. Once stored in memory, the program can be executed.
• After the completion of the execution of one program, another program can be used for some other tasks.
• Some hardware can be used for many different programs.

As for example: micro computer.

• Special-purpose Computer:

• These types of computers are designed for a specific application.
• Many such computers, have instruction permanently programmed in to the memory, are designed to perform only one major function.

As for example: special purpose computers are used to control traffic lights.