LO1 - understanding how ICT is used to meet business needs

Question 1

What is a desk top computer

Answer 1

A stand-alone computer that sits on a work desk

Question 2

What are the advantages of desktop computers?

Answer 2

1. large RAM size
2. Multi core CPU allows large amounts of info to be processed simultanously
3. powerful graphic cards - for business in graphics
4. lack of portability - more secure option (less likely to be stolen)
5. You can restrict access to the system e.g. passwords

Question 3

What does a user often use to input data into a computer

Answer 3

a keyboard and mouse

Question 4

How can data be saved externally from a desktop computer

Answer 4

using CD’s, DVD’s, memory cards and sticks

Question 5

What are advantages of laptops?

Answer 5

1. reduced size and weight - can be carried around
2. . can use same software, be able to harness same power, and have the same technical specification of/as high end desktop computers
3. they have wireless interface face cards built in to allow internet connectivity

Question 6

Why are wirless interface cards on laptops useful for employees

Answer 6

They allow amployees to receive/send files or communicate while on the move

Question 7

What are disadvantages of laptops

Answer 7

1. they can be expensive
2. Battery life is a restriction
   3 as they are portable, they can be broken or stolen easily

Question 8

What are advantages of netbooks?

Answer 8

1. they’re afforable
2. their size means they can fit onto students desks
3. processing speed and memory doesnt matter as tasks required by students is not reliant on memory and processing speed

Question 9

What are disadvantages of netbooks?

Answer 9

1. less processing power and connections

2. small display

Question 10

What are advantages of smartphones?

Answer 10

1. They have screens large enough for 3G/4G web browsing
2. they utilise million of colours, which allows them to render high quality videos and images
3. They come with video-calling features
4. They allow wifi and bluetooth connectivity

Question 11

What are disadvantages of smartphones?

Answer 11

1. they require a lot of power to run so they need charging at regular intervals
2. document apps are basic as phones lack appropriate screen size and input devices needed for use of spreadsheet packages, word processors and project software

Question 12

What are advantages of tablets? (no disadvantages)

Answer 12

1. built in wifi and a number of ports for connectivity
2. screens can rotate to enable landscape and portrait orientation in
3. allow natural handwriting (stylus) for businesses that use skilled artist input
4. larger screen size