The term ____ is used for the larger, more powerful computers other than…
2013
The term ____ is used for the larger, more powerful computers other than supercomputers. It supports a large database, has elaborate I/O hardware, and is used in a central data processing facility.
- A.
Minicomputer
- B.
Supercomputer
- C.
Mainframe
- D.
Microcomputer
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Correct answer: C
Answer: A mainframe computer (often called "big iron") is used primarily by large organizations for critical applications, large-scale data processing, enterprise resource planning, and transaction processing. Supports very large databases.