Unit 1: Page 1: Digital Devices 1

Question 1

What is a digital device?

Answer 1

An electronic device that uses digital data (such as 0s and 1s) as opposed to analogue data (such as sound waves).

Question 2

Name the 5 Digital Devices.

Answer 2

> Multifunctional Devices
Personal Computer
Mobile Devices
Servers
Entertainment Devices

Question 3

What is a multifunctional device?

Answer 3

These devices can perform multiple functions, such as inputting and outputting data.

Question 4

Give TWO examples of a Multifunctional device?

Answer 4

> A touch screen which outputs an image and allows the user to input data by pressing the screen
A multifunctional printer.

Question 5

What is a Personal Computer

Answer 5

Small, inexpensive computers for use by individual users.

Question 6

Give TWO examples of a Personal Computer.

Answer 6

> Desktops
Laptops

Question 7

What is the benefit of a Personal Computer?

Answer 7

They are more portable as they have a built in batter, screen and keyboard.