The Introduction of the Minicomputer

question 19

Multiple Choice

The introduction of the minicomputer:

• A)allowed computers to be customized to the specific needs of departments or business units.
• B)strengthened centralized computing.
• C)offered new,powerful machines at higher prices than mainframes.
• D)represented the rise of Microsoft.
• E)was dominated by IBM.

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IFRS 3

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