Chapter 1 - Living in a digital world Flashcards
What aspects should you consider when choosing a phone?
- Resolution
- Camera resolution
- Storage capacity
- Memory card
What files are music and videos usually in?
- Music > MP3 / WAV
- Video > MP4 / 3GP / AVI
What are two common ways of connecting 2 devices to each other?
- Wifi
- Bluetooth
What does Dual, Tri and Quad band mean?
- Dualband > can pick up 2 frequencies
- Tri band > can pick up 3 frequencies
- Quad band > Can pick up 4 frequencies
What does GPS Stand for?
-Global positioning system
What are some activities that reduce a phone’s battery?
- Surfing the internet
- Taking photos
- Using GPS
What are fashion phones?
Phones that are different shapes and can be customised
What are business phones?
Slim, sleek design, usually in metal colours and have a large screen and built in QWERTY keyboard
What are some disadvantages of mobile phones?
- Texting too much can lead to repetitive strain injury
- Scientists are unsure of the risks of using mobile phones
- Overuse of text speak can damage vocabulary and spelling ability.
If you have a mobile phone, what etiquette should you observe?
- Don’t upload pictures of people who havent given permission
- Try and avoid using your phone in quiet places
- Recycle your old phone if you can
What are the types of portable computers?
- Laptop
- Notebook
- Netbook
- Personal digital assistant (PDA)
What are the differences between a Netbook and a Notebook?
- Netbook is used more for internet functions
- Notebook is used more for general laptop functions (IE work etc)
- Size
What does “Wireless Enabled” mean?
It allows your device to pick up WiFi, connect to a network, connect to other devices and access the internet wirelessly
What does USB stand for, and what does it do?
Universal Serial Bus - Stores information such as word files so that they can be transported.
What are examples of Input devices?
- Keyboard
- Mouse
- Scanner
- Microphone
What are some examples of output devices?
- Printer
- Speaker
- Monitor
What does 3G mean?
Third generation wireless communication
What does IM mean?
Instant messaging
What are the benefits of IM?
- It is quick and easy to do
- People can collaborate to discuss their views
What are some drawbacks of IM?
- You need the internet to access IM
- Overuse can lead to awkwardness in real life or avoidance of personal interaction
What are some examples of social media?
What are social media sites designed to do?
- Help people communicate over the internet
- Help people find those who share interests
What is a VLE?
Virtual Learning Environment
What are some benefits of a VLE?
- Teachers can put up detailed lessons for students to follow
- They have notice boards for sharing information
- Info and courses can be personalised for individual students
