digital computer a computer that represents information by numerical (binary) digits
desktop computer a personal computer small enough to fit conveniently in an individual workspace
microprocessor integrated circuit semiconductor chip that performs the bulk of the processing and controls the parts of a system; "a microprocessor functions as the central processing unit of a microcomputer"; "a disk drive contains a microprocessor to handle the internal functions of the drive"
pc board a removable circuit board for a personal computer; fits into a slot in the mother board