1.4 Device Accessories Overview Flashcards
What is a Capacitive Stylus?
Used on touchscreen devices for tasks like note-taking or signing without touching the screen. Works universally on capacitive touchscreens, ideal for writing, drawing, and signing.
Examples include note-taking apps, quick sketches, or annotating documents.
What is an Active/Resistive Stylus?
More advanced with pressure sensitivity and buttons for added functionality. Typically designed for specific devices like the Apple Pencil for iPads and Samsung S Pen for Galaxy devices.
What is a Trackpad?
Built-in on laptops for mouse-like functionality, enabling multi-finger gestures.
What are External Trackpads?
External trackpads can be used with desktops and connect via Bluetooth.
What are Wired Headsets?
Uses USB or 3.5mm TRRS jacks for audio input and output.
What are Wireless Headsets?
Bluetooth headsets for cable-free connectivity.
What are Bluetooth Speakers?
Offer better sound quality than built-in mobile/tablet speakers. They are portable and often battery-powered.
What are Built-in Webcams?
Common on laptops and mobile devices, primarily used for video conferencing.
What are Docking Stations?
Used to easily connect a laptop to multiple peripherals while maintaining connections to external devices.
They allow for easy attachment/removal of laptops.
What are Port Replicators?
Similar to docking stations but simpler. Connects via USB to provide access to multiple ports without support for hardware expansion.
What is a Built-in Trackpad?
Common on laptops, replaces the mouse for input, often with support for multi-finger gestures.
What are Multi-Touch Gestures?
Allows for enhanced productivity with features like pinch-to-zoom and three-finger swipe for task switching.
How can Trackpads be Customized?
Trackpads often allow users to customize gesture functions in the OS settings.
What is the Bluetooth or USB Connectivity of External Trackpads?
External trackpads are available for desktop users, providing similar multi-finger gesture support as laptop trackpads.
What is the Portability of External Trackpads?
Useful for users who prefer trackpad functionality on desktops or while traveling with tablets.
What are the Wired Advantages of Headsets?
Often offer better sound quality and reliability compared to wireless headsets, especially for professional or gaming use.
What is the Bluetooth Connectivity of Wireless Headsets?
Cable-free solution, offering mobility and convenience, especially when paired with smartphones, tablets, or laptops.
What are Battery Life Considerations of Wireless Headsets?
Wireless headsets require charging and may have limitations in terms of battery life compared to wired alternatives.
What are Portable & Battery-Powered Bluetooth Speakers?
Wireless connectivity via Bluetooth allows for easy pairing with mobile devices or laptops for better sound quality than built-in speakers.
What is an Enhanced Audio Use Case for Bluetooth Speakers?
Often used for music playback, conference calls, or presentations to provide more robust sound in portable form.
What is the Quality of Built-in Webcams?
Typically have lower resolutions (720p or 1080p), with newer devices offering improved image quality for video calls.
What are Privacy Features of Webcams?
Some devices come with privacy shutters or software options to disable the webcam when not in use.
What is the Purpose of Docking Stations?
A hub for easily connecting a laptop to multiple peripherals like monitors, keyboards, external storage, and printers.
What is Power Delivery of Docking Stations?
Many docking stations can charge laptops while connected.
What are the Ports of Docking Stations?
Often come with various types of ports, such as HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C, and Ethernet.
What is the Use Case for Docking Stations?
Frequently used in corporate environments or home offices where users need to connect to external monitors and peripherals quickly.
What is the USB Connection of Port Replicators?
Unlike full docking stations, port replicators use a single USB connection to offer access to multiple ports.
What is the No Hardware Expansion of Port Replicators?
Lack the advanced features of docking stations, such as support for additional adapter cards.
What is the Use Case for Port Replicators?
Useful for users who need quick access to multiple ports without the need for extra hardware.
What is Touchpad Disabling?
Some laptops provide function keys to disable the touchpad when using an external mouse or typing.
What is Peripheral Integration?
Devices like docking stations and port replicators simplify workflow for professionals who frequently connect and disconnect from external devices.
