Desktop vs Notebook vs Mobile Devices

Personal computer that fits into a workspace

Integrated monitor and system unit

Wall mountable

Not portable

More difficult to upgrade

Heavy, bulky and lots of wires

Most speed, power and upgradability for the lowest cost.

Larger storage

Unlimited battery life

More expensive than Desktops

Needs Charging

Portable personal computers

Networking capabilities, webcams, and bright widescreen displays

Macs, Pc's and Chromebooks

Thin, light and powerful

Easy to set up and update

Easily portable

Characteristics

Portable, handheld computers used for business and entertainment

Comes in many differetn shapes and sizes

Includes smartphones and tablets

Primary computing device

Advantages

Download additonal apps to extend their capabilities

Small, lightweight and can fit in your pocket

Includes GPS navigation systems

Disadvantages

Data usage can be expensive

Must buy a sim card to use certain features

Can interfere with social life