Clients
Microcomputers
- have microprocessor chips
- can do data processing and storing
Workstations
- are high capacity personal computers which provide professional tools for professionals such as engineers, software developers, animation producers etc.
- often UNIX machines
- multitasking necessary
Special Purpose Terminals
- are designed to support certain business transactions (e.g., ATM machines, telephones, point-of-sale terminals, remote job entry terminals).