Different kinds of devices

Question 1

What I’s a multifunctional device?

Answer 1

Devices that are capable of more than one function such as both input & output

Question 2

Examples of multifunctional devices

Answer 2

Touchscreen, forcefeedback gaming controller

Question 3

Uses of multifunctional devices

Answer 3

Sometimes used in the home where separate devices can’t be afforded or spaced.

Question 4

What is a single user single task operating system?

Answer 4

A single user single task OP can only be used by one person at one time using a single application. This was very popular in the old mobiles aswell as personal digital assistants.

Question 5

What is a multi user operating system?

Answer 5

A multi user OP allows many different users to make use of the computer at the same time. Powerful servers, supercomputers and main-frames make use of these.

Question 6

What is a real time operating system?

Answer 6

This processes data as soon as it enters a computer system.

This allows the computer to respond immediately to input.

Question 7

Uses of a real time operating systems

Answer 7

Used in embedding devices, automatic systems and aircraft systems

Question 8

What is a single user multi-tasking operating system?

Answer 8

This is designed for a single user at a time but can run multiple applications simultaneously

Question 9

Single user multi tasking operating system uses

Answer 9

Smartphones
Tablets
And personal computers