Module 1.2 Flashcards
What can input be
- running software with instructions
* inputting data that needs to processed
List 3 examples of a digital camera
- Smartphone
- DSRL
- Digital cameras
What does the quality of digital camera
- sensor type
- zoom type
- MP
- ISO
The advantages of a digital camera
Allows you to take hundreds of photos
See images immediately
Transfer images
Can record video
Disadvantages of a digital camera
Becomes more expensive the better the quality
Can’t take nice images in low-light
What is a scanner
Device that scans images to computers
Advantages of a scanner
Scanned copies can be emailed
Barcode scanners are faster
Number plates can be scanned
Old documents and photos can be scanned and shared
Disadvantages of a scanner
Take long
Quality depends on the original copy
What is a biometric input
Involves capturing unique biological features of a person. Finger print scanner
Advantages of a biometric input
Can be used for security reasons
Disadvantages of a biometric input
Expensive
Needs additional hardware
What does ATM stand for
Automatic teller machine
Advantages of ATM
Bank transaction anytime
Not limited to one bank
Disadvantages of ATM
Dangerous
People can install skimmers
POS system
Barcode
Radio frequency identification (RFID)
