1. By: Tasnim Jannat

2.  A large high-speed
computer that is
supporting
numerous
workstations.
 It is the primary
memory of a
computer.

3.  Virtual Storage
 Multiprogramming
 Spooling
 Batch Processing
 Time Sharing

4.  A mainframe computer cost anywhere
between several thousand and several million
dollars.

5.  Generally scientists or very large companies.

7.  Linkedin Mainframes
 Hyerborean Mainframes
 ENIAC Mainframes

8.  If a mainframe is programmed correctly then
it can handle hundreds of users. It’s a multi-
user system around in universities and
businesses.
 The latest ones can support over 25,000
users.

9.  IBM operating systems run on mainframes.

10.  Mainframes are expensive because it’s the
main part of operating systems.

11.  Yes I do use a mainframe in my daily life.
 When I’m on any social networking
site, WikiAnswers, or Wikipedia, I’m using a
mainframe.

12.  The mainframes hold approximately 70% of
the entire data stored on Earth.
 It takes 3 full days for a mainframe to get up
and running.
 Earlier mainframes were provided with cool
pipes through which cold water was passed
to cool the system.
 Most of the people working on a mainframe
has never seen the mainframe.