The document provides an overview of various types of computer cases, including mini tower, mid-size tower, full size tower, desktop, and slimline desktop. Each type is assessed for advantages, disadvantages, and suitable user recommendations, emphasizing factors like size, upgradability, and space efficiency. Overall, the document serves as a guide for end-users and businesses in selecting appropriate computer chassis based on their specific needs.

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39. COMPUTERS’ APPLICATIONS
Specifications based on the application:
• Home computers
• Entertainment / gaming computers
• Multimedia editing computers
• Application server

40. Classes of computer

41. Computer case (chassis)
CHASSIS ABCs
• The computer case or chassis is the body of the computer.
• Cases allow for manufacturers to include all computer comments
together and have it able to be moved, if needed.

42. • Mini tower
– Advantages:
Excellent size which can be placed on top or below of a computer desk.
Disadvantages:
While this case does offer upgradability, it can be filled up much faster
than the Mid-Sized tower.
Recommendations:
Great PC for end-users and small businesses.
Types of cases

43. • Mid-size tower
– Advantages:
Excellent case which can fit below and on top of your computer desk.
Plenty of expandability for new devices for businesses, end-users, and
advanced users.
One of the most used computer cases found today.
Disadvantages:
None
Recommendations:
This case is an excellent choice for all users and businesses.
Types of cases

44. • Full size tower
– Advantages:
Excellent computer for upgradability.
Excellent case for a server machine.
Disadvantages:
Cost is going to be a lot more than a standard case.
Generally a large case which cannot be placed on top or beneath a desk.
Recommendations:
We recommend that this type of case be purchased by advanced users
or users who plan to have a stand alone machine as a server.
Types of cases

45. • Desktop
– Advantages:
Excellent desk computer.
Great use of desk space when monitor is placed on top of the computer.
Disadvantages:
With some types of desktop cases can be very difficult to upgrade.
Does not really work on the floor.
Recommendations:
Excellent choice for a business and home user computer. End users
planning to upgrade or place computer on floor we recommend going
with tower computer unless the manufacturer provides a desktop that
can be converted to tower.
Types of cases

46. • Slimline Desktop
– Advantages:
Excellent for workstations in large companies.
Great computer for a low budget PC.
Excellent computer for locations which may not have large area of
workspace.
Disadvantages:
Generally little or no room for adding additional peripherals.
Usually require an LPX motherboard.
Recommendations:
We recommend that this type of case be purchased only for companies
employees as workstations.
Types of cases