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What does mobility in information technology refer to?

The ability to access information electronically from different locations outside of the home or office.

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What are the key characteristics of mobile devices?

Self-contained power (rechargeable batteries)
Generally small and lightweight
Do not rely on other connected peripheral devices to operate.

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What operating systems do laptops typically run?

Microsoft Windows
iOS
Linux

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What are the main components integrated into laptops?

Screen
Keyboard
Pointing device (e.g., touchpad)

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How can laptops be powered?

Internal battery
Electrical outlet

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What connectivity options do laptops offer?

Wired or wireless Ethernet networking
Bluetooth

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What are the limitations of smartphone operating systems?

Smartphones may have limited OS upgradability and require purchasing a new model for the latest features.

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What types of data connections do smartphones utilize?

Cellular connectivity
Bluetooth
Wi-Fi

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What functionality does a GPS receiver in a smartphone provide?

Determines the geographic location of the device using satellites.

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What is one feature that some smartphones offer?

The ability to tether, or share, the cellular data connection with other devices.

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What distinguishes tablets from smartphones?

Tablets usually have larger touch-screen displays and do not typically access cellular networks.

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What are e-readers optimized for?

Reading text, often with black and white displays.

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What are the characteristics of smartwatches?

Include a microprocessor
Special operating system
Apps
Sensors to gather body data

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How does Augmented Reality (AR) differ from Virtual Reality (VR)?

AR integrates computer graphics with the real world, while VR immerses users in a separate, computer-generated environment.

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What is the function of the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI)?

Creates a bridge between hardware and the operating system to manage power usage.

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What is the purpose of the Function (Fn) key on laptops?

To activate a second function on a dual-purpose key.

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What are the three types of laptop displays?

Liquid-crystal display (LCD)
Light-emitting diode (LED)
Organic light-emitting diode (OLED)

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What is the typical location of Wi-Fi antennas in laptops?

Above the screen.

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What does tethering allow a smartphone to do?

Act as a modem for another device.

What are common wired connectivity options for mobile devices?

Mini-USB cable
USB-C cable
Micro-USB cable
Lightning cable

What are examples of wearable devices?

Smartwatches
Fitness monitors
Smart headsets

What is the function of a SIM card in a mobile device?

Contains information to authenticate a device to mobile providers and can hold user data.

What are the two main wireless internet connectivity options for mobile devices?

Wi-Fi
Cellular

True or False: Tablets typically have GPS receivers.

False

Fill in the blank: The _______ is used to connect laptops to peripheral devices such as monitors and keyboards.

[docking station or port replicator]

What are the two wireless internet connectivity options for mobile devices?

* Wi-Fi * Cellular

Why is Wi-Fi generally preferred over a cellular connection?

* Usually free * Uses less battery power

What is a hotspot?

A cellular device used to provide an internet connection to other devices

What does Airplane Mode do on mobile devices?

Turns off all cellular, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth radios

What is the maximum speed supported by 5G technology?

Up to 20 Gb/s

What is Bluetooth pairing?

Establishing a connection between two Bluetooth devices to share resources

What is the purpose of email servers and clients?

To exchange emails using various protocols and standards

What email software does Microsoft Server Exchange use?

Messaging Application Programming Interface (MAPI)

What is required to set up an iOS device?

An Apple ID

Which types of email services are available?

* Local email * Internet email

What types of data can be synchronized?

* Contacts * Applications * Email * Pictures * Music * Videos * Documents * Calendar * Bookmarks * Location data * Social media data * E-books * Passwords

What synchronization methods are available for Android devices?

* Sync to the cloud * Sync to a desktop * Sync to an automobile

What are the two types of synchronization supported by iOS devices?

* Backup * Sync

How does Wi-Fi Sync work for iOS devices?

Must first synchronize with iTunes using a USB cable

What is the main function of a mobile email client app?

Provides a better user experience compared to the web interface

What type of Bluetooth devices are commonly used with mobile devices?

* Wireless speakers * Wireless headphones * Wireless keyboard or mouse * Wireless gaming consoles

True or False: 2G technology introduced Short Message Service (SMS) and Multimedia Message Service (MMS).

True

Fill in the blank: Email clients must be installed on a mobile device and are often configurable using a _______.

wizard

What does the term 'tethering' refer to in mobile technology?

Using a cellular device as a personal hotspot

What is required for Android devices to synchronize with Google's services?

A Google account