Classification of computer by Type (TYPE OF DATA PROCESSING.)

 

    Classification of computer by Type
  (TYPE OF DATA PROCESSING.)

Within this classification we have that they are analog, digital and hybrid. The data can be obtained as a result of a count or by means of some measuring instruments. The data that is obtained by counting is called direct data. Example: the total number of students in class, the total value of an invoice.

The data that must be obtained by measurement is continuous data. Example: the speed of a car is measured by a speedometer or the temperature of a patient is measured by a thermometer.

1.  DIGITAL COMPUTER.

It is a calculation device that processes discrete data, works directly by counting numbers (or digits) that represent figures, letters or other special symbols. Example: board.

2. ANALOGUE COMPUTER.

They work with variables that are measured on a continuous scale and are recorded with a certain degree of precision. Example: tilt

3. HYBRID COMPUTER.

It is the combination of a digital computer and an analog computer. Example: in a hospital or analog device can measure the functioning of the heart, temperature and other vital signs, these measurements are converted into numbers and sent to a digital computer, this component controls the vital signs and sends a signal to the nurses station in case of an abnormal reading.