The technical term for a PC is micro data processor . That name is no longer in common use. However, it places the PC in the bottom of the computer hierarchy:
Supercomputers and Mainframes are the largest computers - million dollar machines, which can occupy more than one room. An example is IBM model 390.
Minicomputers are large powerful machines. They typically serve a network of simple terminals. IBM's AS/400 is an example of a minicomputer.
Workstations are powerful user machines. They have the power to handle complex engineering applications. They use the UNIX or sometimes the NT operating system. Workstations can be equipped with powerful RISC processors like Digital Alpha or MIPS.
The PCs are the Benjamins in this order: Small inexpensive, mass produced computers. They work on DOS, Windows , or similar operating systems. They are used for standard applications. The point of this history is, that Benjamin has grown. He has actually been promoted to captain! Todays PCs are just as powerful as minicomputers and mainframes were not too many years ago. A powerful PC can easily keep up with the expensive workstations. How have we advanced this far?
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