What are the various types of computers, classified on the basis of their functions?

Classification of Computers on the basis of function: Servers: Server usually refers to a computer dedicated to providing a service. For example, a computer dedicated to a database may be called a "Database server". Similarly computers dedicated to manage file and web are called "File servers" and "Web servers" respectively. Workstations: Workstations are computers that are intended to serve one user and may contain special hardware enhancements not found on a personal computer. Information appliances: Information appliances are computers specially designed to perform a specific user-friendly function - such as playing music, photography, or editing text. The term is most commonly applied to mobile devices. Embedded computers: Embedded computers are computers that are a part of a machine or device. These generally execute a program that is stored in non-volatile memory and are only intended to operate a specific machine or device.