Computer Science, asked by diyadarshini8, 17 days ago

write the difference between mini. and main frame computers​

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Answered by student8th13
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Mainframe Computer Mini Computer

Disk Size

It has a larger disk size. It has a smaller disk size.

Memory Storage

It has memory storage of high capacity. It has memory storage of low capacity.

Processing Speed

Its processing speed is faster. It can process millions of instructions per second. Its processing speed is slower as compared to mainframe computers.

User Support

It can support from thousand up to millions of the users at the same time. It supports hundreds of the users working connecting at the same time.

Cost

It is relatively expensive. It costs 1 to 5 million dollars. It is inexpensive. It costs 5 to 15 lac.

Complexity

More Complex Less Complex

Integrity

Integrate into larger networks. Unable to integrate into larger networks.

Data Handling capacity

It has high data handling capacity. It has low data handling capacity.

Built in features

It has built in security features. It lacks built in security features.

Use

They cannot be used as personal computers. They can be used as personal computers.

Reliability

More reliable Less reliable

Heat Production mechanism

Enhanced heat production mechanism Normal heat production mechanism.

Workload

Can handle high volumes of workload and data transactions. Can handle medium level of workload and data transactions.

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