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computer that incorporates screen, keyboard, storage, and processing
components into a single portable unit. ... Also called a PDA (personal digital
assistant), a computer in this category is typically used as an electronic
appointment book, ...
computer that incorporates screen, keyboard, storage, and processing
components into a single portable unit. ... Also called a PDA (personal digital
assistant), a computer in this category is typically used as an electronic
appointment book, ...
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In any case, the purpose of a server is to "serve" computers on a network (such
as the Internet or a LAN) by supplying them with data. A personal computer,
workstation, or software that requests data from a server is referred to as a client.
In any case, the purpose of a server is to "serve" computers on a network (such
as the Internet or a LAN) by supplying them with data. A personal computer,
workstation, or software that requests data from a server is referred to as a client.
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PCs are based on the design for one of the first personal computer "superstars"
— the IBM PC. The "great grandchildren" of the IBM PC are on computer store
shelves today — a huge selection of personal computer brands and models ...
PCs are based on the design for one of the first personal computer "superstars"
— the IBM PC. The "great grandchildren" of the IBM PC are on computer store
shelves today — a huge selection of personal computer brands and models ...
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Computer Hardware | 9 |
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