Input and Output Flashcards
Define and provide examples of input devices
Devices that receive user inputs and send the data to a computer, e.g.:
- keyboard
- mouse
- microphone
- scanner
What is the purpose of sticky keys in accessibility features?
Helps users with motor function difficulties by allowing one keypress at a time for keyboard shortcuts.
Name one health issue caused by excessive use of input devices.
Repetitive strain injury (RSI).
What is response time,
and what is response time in monitors?
a measure of the time it takes a computer to react to a request to do something
The time taken for a pixel to change from one color to another.
Advantage of HDMI over VGA connectors?
(HDMI = High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
(VGA = Video Graphics Array)
HDMI supports both high-quality audio and video, while VGA only supports video.
Provide examples of output devices
- Monitor
- Printer
- Speaker.
What are some ways to prevent health issues?
- Use ergonomic keyboards
- Use adjustable chairs.
- Take regular breaks to prevent strain.
What is resolution and how is it measured?
- the number of individual dots of colour contained on a display (pixels)
- Measured in pixels (e.g., 1920 x 1080).
How is printer speed measured?
Pages per minute (ppm).
What are some specs to consider when buying digital cameras?
- Lenses
- Sensor size
- Optical zoom
- Digital Zoom
- Resolution
- ISO rating
What is DPI and how does it affect image quality?
Dots Per Inch
The greater the DPI, the greater the image quality
Higher DPI = Larger image file
(resolution)
What is Colour depth and how does it effect image quality?
Number of different colours that can be represented by a pixel
24 bit colour - high enough for practical purposes
High colour depth = larger image file
List some advantages of scanners
Advantages:
- Larger documents can be scanned into single digital file
- OCR software (optical character recognition) converts images into editable documents
- Barcodes, QR codes, number plates
List some disadvantages of scanners
Disadvantages:
- Quality of digital image depends largely on quality of the original copy
- Can take a lot of time
What is biometric input?
List advantages and disadvantages
Capturing unique biological features of a person
Advantages:
- Security
- Only authorised person gets access
Disadvantages:
- Expensive
- Needs Additional Hardware and software