# Problem What are the properties of general purpose and special purpose computers? # Process ... # Answer * General Purpose. * Speed and cost are critical parameters. * End-user programmable. * Designed to execute any program. * Contains a microprocessor. * Special Purpose. * Fixed run-time constraints for power consumption, size, and cost. * Designed to perform one or just a few tasks. * Contains a microcontroller. * Not end-user programmable.