2.6 Computing Devices and their Purposes Flashcards
What functionality does an Internet of Things (IOT) thermostat provide to a homeowner?
The ability to control heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) from an app installed on a phone.
What is a benefit of an Internet of Things-enabled (IoT-enabled) medical device?
Doctors and nurses can monitor a patient and potentially adjust dosage levels remotely.
What design consideration can typically be found in a laptop?
To use different system components that are smaller, lighter, and draw less power.
What critical point must be considered when building a “smart” or “digita”” home automation solution?
Compatibility between the networking or communication standards supported by the hub and appliances.
What functionality does an Internet Protocol (IP) camera provide to a business owner?
The ability to see a coverage area through either direct connect or snapshots uploaded to the cloud.
Which is NOT an example of IoT functionality in modern cars?
Systems that begin the vehicle wash cycle so that it finishes at a specific time.
What design consideration can typically be found in a gaming console?
The device is optimized to use an HDTV as the primary display and a wireless controller for input.
What design consideration can typically be found in a server.
The device has extra copies of many components to make the system more fault tolerant.
What functionality does an Internet of Things (IOT) home appliance provide to a home owner?
The ability to check inventory levels or start a washing machine cycle remotely.
What design consideration can typically be found in a workstation computer?
The device requires peripheral devices connected to the motherboard via ports.
What is an example of an Internet of Things (IoT) device?
A smart light bulb.
What functionality does an Internet of Things (IOT) streaming media device provide to a homeowner?
The ability to play stored content through any smart speaker or TV connected to the home network.
What is the difference between a smartphone and a feature phone?
A feature phone is an older device with limited software functionality.
What functionality does an Internet of Things (IOT) security system provide to a homeowner?
The ability to monitor and control alarms, locks, lighting, and videophone entry systems remotely.
What feature does a laptop have that a tablet does not?
A physical QWERTY keyboard.
