Edexcel IGCSE ICT November 2023 paper 1 question 1 )aii .. please help.

[Fabdeen]

In the Edexcel IGCSE ICT November 2023 paper 1 question 1 )aii

Which one of these is the best choice of computer for a concert venue to use for processing bookings?

The mark scheme says answer C - mainframe. I think the answer should be A - desktop. Any one can tell me why it is C please.

 

[khawaja11]

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[andreen]

Mainframe computers are known for their ability to handle large volumes of transactions simultaneously. In a concert venue where multiple bookings may be made at once, potentially from various sources (e.g., online platforms, ticket counters), a mainframe can handle this high demand without performance issues. Retro Bowl College