Minicomputers are a type of computer that is smaller than a mainframe but larger than a microcomputer. Some possible synonyms for minicomputers include midrange computers, medium-sized computers, departmental computers, and server-class computers. These computers are typically used for business and scientific applications that require more processing power and memory than a microcomputer, but not as much as a mainframe. They may also be used as network servers, and some may have multi-user capabilities. Though the term "minicomputer" is less commonly used today than it was in the past, these computers continue to play an important role in many organizations and industries.