Unit 1- Personal Digital Devices Flashcards
Explain how having access to the Internet can enhance a person’s work life. [ 3 ]
[ 1 ] Being able to use specialist software, such as spreadsheet software, makes them more productive.
[ 1 ] They will be able to collaborate with work colleagues more easily.
[ 1 ] Thanks to teleconferencing and video conferencing they have to travel to fewer meetings saving them time.
[ 1 ] Improved technology and devices means that it is easier to work from home which saves time.
[ 1 ] They can draw on the expertise of people all around the world.
Suggest one reason why DVD is more useful to back up video files. [ 1 ]
[ 1 ] DVDs have a larger storage capacity.
Identify one local storage device, other than a DVD or CD drive, that could be used for backups. [ 1 ]
[ 1 ] Memory stick
What does ‘SMS’ stand for?
Short Messaging Service
What does ‘MMS’ stand for?
Multimedia Messaging Service
List 11 factors to consider when choosing a device.
Battery life User interface Connectivity Security Reliability and support services offered Storage capacity/memory Convenience Compatibility (with other devices) Speed of internet connection and processor Purpose Cost
State 5 types of flash memory.
Secure Digital (SD) Card Micro SD cards SDXC (Extended Capacity) card USB flash drive/memory stick SDHC (High Capacity) card
List 10 input devices.
Touch-sensitive jog dial Mouse Keyboard Game controller Webcam Touch screen Microphone Joystick Graphics tablet Scanner
Jo has a new games console. State two input devices that she might use with it. [ 2 ]
[ 1 ] A steering wheel [ 1 ] A balance board [ 1 ] Webcam [ 1 ] Microphone [ 1 ] Wireless controller and keyboard (for the Internet)
Define ‘synchronisation’
When two devices, such as a media player and a computer, are connected. They can automatically exchange data.
Some people find it difficult to use a mobile phone.
State two features that can make a phone easier to use. [ 2 ]
[ 1 ] Louder ring tone [ 1 ] Clearer display [ 1 ] Larger keys [ 1 ] Hearing aid support [ 1 ] Simplified functions (only makes phone calls) [ 1 ] Touch key pad
Define ‘roaming’.
When you use your mobile phone abroad.
What will lots of RAM let your computer do?
Support more applications.
