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minicomputer Last modified: Monday, October 14, 2002

A midsized computer. In size and power, minicomputers lie between workstations and mainframes. In the past decade, the distinction between large minicomputers and small mainframes has blurred, however, as has the distinction between small minicomputers and workstations. But in general, a minicomputer is a multiprocessing system capable of supporting from 4 to about 200 users simultaneously. Sponsored listings GlobalSpec.com: Minicomputers - Provides database of suppliers for minicomputers. Includes catalogs, technical information, and supplier contact information.