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Classification By Size

ClassNotes Team 1 MIN READUPDATED 5 JUL 2026

WEEK 5

TOPIC; Classification By Size

OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

  1. LIST COMPUTER GENERATIONS
  1. Mention the generation of computers

CONTENT

Classification By Size

There are three different sizes of computer.

1 micro computer

2 mini computers

3 mainframe computers

4.Micro computers

Classification By Size

Classification By Size

Microcomputers are the most widely used type of computers. They are the smallest type of computers. They are also the cheapest type of computers. They are used in schools, offices and at home.

 

The desk-top computer and portable computers, such as the laptop, notebook and palm top computers are examples of microcomputers.

Minicomputers

Classification By Size

A minicomputer is larger than a microcomputer. The minicomputer also works faster and is more expensive than the…