Special purpose computer is a computer for specific purposes. This computer is designed simply to solve a particular problem. Devices on this computer, both components of input, output, processing and software has been designed for this purpose. Usually the software that controls the process was directly on the system. Examples of Special Purpose Computer is a computer that is used for checkout at the supermarket.

Computer is designed for use in general, so the computer can be used to perform various tasks in accordance with the capabilities and user should. Personal Computer is one example of this category.