Hardware/Software - Tablet & Smartphones/Operating Systems

Question 1

Advantages of using a tablet over a smartphone for web browsing? (3)

Answer 1

• The larger display size allows text to be seen more clearly & more of a page can be seen
• The longer battery life allows content to be accessed for longer
• The better processing capabilities make overall performance better

Question 2

Advantages of using tablets/smartphones over Desktop PC’s? (3)

Answer 2

• The small size and weight allows easy transport
• The internal keyboard means no keyboard is required to be carried around
• Internet access using 3G/4G give access almost anywhere

Question 3

What is an operating system?

Answer 3

A program that controls all the tasks a computer carries out

Question 4

What can operating systems do? (3)

Answer 4

• Manage files & keep track of where they are stored in the system
• Provide the user with an interface, usually a graphic based interface
• Control the use of devices such as printers

Question 5

What factors should be considered when designing OS systems? (3)

Answer 5

• Method of input
• Hardware specifications of target devices
• Battery powered?