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Uses of Minicomputers in the Federal Government: Trends, Benefits, and Problems

FGMSD-75-53 Published: Apr 22, 1976. Publicly Released: Apr 22, 1976.
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GAO reviewed the different uses of the minicomputer in the Federal Government. For purposes of this review, a minicomputer is considered a small-scale computer for which the manufacturer may furnish only limited products and services. This practice contrasts with the full-service marketing practices of manufacturers of large computer equipment.

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