What makes up a micro computer

   A micro computer is the smallest general purpose computer system. Functionally it is similar to other large systems and has all functional element found in a large system. A micro computer consist of a main micro processor chip, several support microprocessors and associated control, primary storage and a variety of input/output and secondary storage devices. Computers of this category are supported by single user operating system.

The micro computers are further divided into

•         Home computers
•         Personal computers

Micro computer are used for simple business applications such as word processing, database management, accounting etc.

Characteristics of Micro computers

CPU speed               1 to 10 mips
Word length             8 to 16/32 its
Storage capacity      256 KB TO 16 MB
Secondary storage   Floppy disk, hard disk, magnetic tape, optical                                    disk
Input/output            Keyboard, mouse, light pen, optical and voice                                    input devices, VDU and printer