workstation Last modified: Thursday, March 13, 2003
(1) A type of computer used for engineering applications (CAD/CAM), desktop publishing, software development, and other types of applications that require a moderate amount of computing power and relatively high quality graphics capabilities. Workstations generally come with a large, high-resolution graphics screen, at least 64 MB (megabytes) of RAM, built-in network support, and a graphical user interface. Most workstations also have a mass storage device such as a disk drive, but a special type of workstation, called a diskless workstation, comes without a disk drive. The most common operating systems for workstations are UNIX and Windows NT. In terms of computing power, workstations lie between personal computers and minicomputers, although the line is fuzzy on both ends. High-end personal computers are equivalent to low-end workstations. And high-end workstations are equivalent to minicomputers. Like personal computers, most workstations are single-user computers. However, workstations are typically linked together to form a local-area network, although they can also be used as stand-alone systems. (2) In networking, workstation refers to any computer connected to a local-area network. It could be a workstation or a personal computer. Workstation also is spelled work station or work-station. Sponsored listings Save on Computer Furniture from Hertz Furniture - Buy Affordable, Quality Computer Furniture | Computer Tables, Computer Chairs, Computer Desks, Workstations and More! Work Stations - Select and design custom work stations based on need and application. Custom quotes available.

Related Terms

CAD/CAM computer DEC desktop publishing diskless workstation graphics JavaStation local-area network microcomputer minicomputer network computer personal computer SGI SPARC Sun Microsystems UNIX

workstation Products : Top Store Offers: The Desks Superstore  154.99Free Shipping! Authorized Balt Dealer. Compact, affordable workstation in a textured, powder-coated finish. The Balt Windsurfer Computer Workstation f... iBuyOfficeSupply.com  136.87Web A/V stand-up workstation with CPU holder, adjustable height, BlackCompact cart doubles as a stand-up workstation or A/V presentation station. Incl... OfficeFurniture.com  179.00RTA Products computer workstation with file is constructed of engineered wood with a Chocolate laminate surface.Computer workstation features a letter... Shoplet.com  100.99Mobile Workstation Bellacor  127.00-Is ideal for use in homes, dorm rooms, or anywhere else space is limited. -Accommodates a monitor, keyboard, mouse and CPU, or a laptop and printer.... Compare all matches: 286 Store Offers