A minicomputer is a class of computing systems that falls between a microcomputer (personal computer) and a mainframe computer in terms of size, performance, and capabilities. Minicomputers were particularly popular during the 1960s through the 1980s before the proliferation of microcomputers and more powerful personal computers. ### Key Characteristics of Minicomputers: 1. **Size:** Minicomputers are typically larger than microcomputers but smaller than mainframes.
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