Automated Methods of data capture

Question 1

Hard copy output

Answer 1

This is printed as reports, graph charts and so on

Question 2

Soft copy output

Answer 2

This is not printed on paper or other physical materials

Question 3

Machine Readable

Answer 3

The out put is in a form only a computer can process e.g. a monitor

Question 4

Data Capture Form

Answer 4

A data capture form is a tool used to collect data from individuals. Data capture can be done manually or automatically. the response from these forms are called human readable

Question 5

Turn Around document

Answer 5

this is a machine readable document that has some in formation printed on it by a computer but has more in formation added by a human

Question 6

Data Logging

Answer 6

Data logging is automated data capture where a reading from a sensor is input at regular intervals

Question 7

Micro film

Answer 7

This is used as an alternative to a printer the output is printed on to roll of film rather than paper