comparison between desktop, notebook, and a mobile device.

Desktop

Characteristics

-Personal computer that fits into a workspace,
such as a desk or counter.
-Can have an integrated monitor and system unit.
-Wall mountable

Advantages

-Offer the most speed, power, and upgradability
for the lowest cost.
-Large storage and more power to run data.
-Unlimited battery life

Disadvantage

-Not portable.
-Harder to reboot
-Not as simple usage and set up.

Mobile device

Characteristics

-Small computers that combine cellular phone with, internet,
camera, email, mapping tools, and the ability to edit documents.
-Has become the primary computing device.

Advantages

-You can download additional apps to extend the phones capabilities.
-Wide range of access to the internet and cellular service.
-Includes GPS navigation systems.

Disadvantage

-Data plans can be expensive.
-Global usage can be expensive.
-Social interference.

Notebook

Characteristics

-Notebooks are portable personal computers.
-Networking capabilities, webcams, and bright wide screen displays.
-3 Operating systems; MACs, PCs, and Chrome Books.
-Personal device.

Advantages

-Notebook is thin, light and powerful.
-It is portable
-Easy set up and software download

Disadvantage

-Significantly more expensive than a desktop.
-Battery Life.