A desktop computer is a personal computer designed for regular use at a single location on or near a desk due to its size and power requirements. Typically includes a central processing unit (CPU), monitor, keyboard, and pointing device such as a mouse.
The process of transmitting a file or program from one computer to another, typically from a central server to a personal computer or device.
A laptop, also known as a notebook computer, is a small, portable personal computer with a clamshell form factor, typically having a thin LCD or LED computer screen mounted on the inside top lid of the clamshell and an alphanumeric keyboard on the inside of the bottom lid. Laptops are designed for mobile use and can run on a battery or an external power supply.
The Apple Macintosh computer, introduced in 1984, which was the first widely used computer with a graphical user interface (GUI).
A microcomputer is a compact computing device whose central processing unit (CPU) consists of a single integrated circuit known as a microprocessor. It is typically designed for use by one person at a time, making it synonymous with home or personal computers (PCs).
An operating environment is a shell surrounding the Disk Operating System (DOS) of a personal computer. It functions like a graphical desktop, providing a menu interface from which users can select and run PC applications.
PC or P.C. stands for Personal Computer, typically referring to a general-purpose computer for individual use. It also stands for Professional Corporation, a legal business entity formed by certain professionals who provide licensed services in various fields.
A personal computer (PC) is a versatile computer designed for use by an individual. The term PC historically refers to IBM-compatible computers, in contrast to Apple Macintosh computers.
A stand-alone system is a workstation made up of a single unit used by one person at a time and not connected to other systems or a computer. Common examples include personal computers and automatic typewriters.
