A personal computer or PC, originally called a ____, is a small computer designed to be used by one person at a time.
A) processor
B) microcomputer
C) microchip
D) coprocessor

Question

A personal computer or PC, originally called a ____, is a small computer designed to be used by one person at a time.
A) processor
B) microcomputer
C) microchip
D) coprocessor

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The term "microcomputer" was commonly used in the early days of personal computing to distinguish these small computers from larger, mainframe-style computers. A microchip (C) refers to the integrated circuit technology that enables the creation of microcomputers and other electronic devices, but it is not a synonym for a personal computer. A processor (A) and coprocessor (D) are components within a personal computer, but they do not describe the overall device itself.

A Personal Computer or PC, Originally Called a ____, Is