7.1.4 The benefits and drawbacks of software, hardware and peripherals in different contexts

Question 1

Fill The Blank:

Not all ……………….. which make up a digital system are suitable for all …………………….., their environments or the industry sector that they are in

Answer 1

Components, Businesses

Question 2

Fill The Blank:

When using a component (software, hardware, …………………) it is important to consider the …………………. and …………………… of the component to make sure it is ………………….. and will produce the benefits that the business requires.

Answer 2

Peripherals, Benefits, Drawbacks, Appropriate/Required

Question 3

Define:

Feature of a component (software, hardware, peripheral)

Answer 3

Something that a digital system, hardware/software component or peripheral has associated with its functionality

Question 4

Define:

Benefit of a component (software, hardware, peripheral)

Answer 4

Outcome/result from using the digital system, component or peripheral

Question 5

Define:

Drawback of a component (software, hardware, peripheral)

Answer 5

Something which can have a negative effect on or disadvantage a business