ISSN:
1600-5724
Source:
Crystallography Journals Online : IUCR Backfile Archive 1948-2001
Topics:
Chemistry and Pharmacology
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Geosciences
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Physics
Notes:
Four commonly accepted computer classes today are: micro, mini, midi and maxi. The dominant parameter which gives rise to this categorization is price, which varies from a ten dollar microprocessor chip to a ten million dollar maxi. This paper attempts to identify other parameters associated with each class in order to provide a mechanism for determining optimization of computer use. Trends towards increased parallelism at both ends of the spectrum are discussed. Finally, a method is described for interconnecting all classes of computers and peripherals at a site to form an installation network.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1107/S0567739477000060
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