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What is the primary purpose of a computer keyboard?
What is the primary purpose of a computer keyboard?
- To display images on the screen
- To produce audio output
- To input characters at the cursor's location (correct)
- To store data permanently
Which of the following is NOT a common type of pointing device?
Which of the following is NOT a common type of pointing device?
- Stylus
- Scanner (correct)
- Touch screen
- Mouse
Which display technology uses charged liquid crystals?
Which display technology uses charged liquid crystals?
- OLED
- Plasma
- LCD (correct)
- CRT
Which type of mouse tracks movement using light?
Which type of mouse tracks movement using light?
What feature distinguishes a stylus from a regular pen?
What feature distinguishes a stylus from a regular pen?
What is a primary characteristic of interferometric modulator displays (IMOD)?
What is a primary characteristic of interferometric modulator displays (IMOD)?
What is a characteristic of a touch screen?
What is a characteristic of a touch screen?
Which type of display is most commonly used for large screens?
Which type of display is most commonly used for large screens?
Which device is primarily used to capture images?
Which device is primarily used to capture images?
What differentiates LED technology from other flat-panel displays?
What differentiates LED technology from other flat-panel displays?
Which of the following is a function of pointing devices?
Which of the following is a function of pointing devices?
What is the primary technology used by laser printers to produce images on paper?
What is the primary technology used by laser printers to produce images on paper?
For which type of device is handwriting recognition typically used?
For which type of device is handwriting recognition typically used?
What type of projector is described as displaying computer output onto a wall or screen?
What type of projector is described as displaying computer output onto a wall or screen?
What do optical or laser mice have in common?
What do optical or laser mice have in common?
Which of the following statements is true regarding plasma displays?
Which of the following statements is true regarding plasma displays?
Which of the following devices does NOT provide input?
Which of the following devices does NOT provide input?
Which display technology is notable for its ability to produce images even in bright sunlight?
Which display technology is notable for its ability to produce images even in bright sunlight?
Which characteristic is essential for comparing display devices?
Which characteristic is essential for comparing display devices?
What is a common print resolution range for laser printers?
What is a common print resolution range for laser printers?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of ink-jet printers?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of ink-jet printers?
What type of printers are typically recommended for home use?
What type of printers are typically recommended for home use?
Which feature differentiates multifunction printers from standard printers?
Which feature differentiates multifunction printers from standard printers?
Which of the following types of printers is specifically designed for producing high-quality photographs?
Which of the following types of printers is specifically designed for producing high-quality photographs?
What output method do audio devices such as headphones and speakers utilize?
What output method do audio devices such as headphones and speakers utilize?
Which of these is a potential future application for printers?
Which of these is a potential future application for printers?
What is a defining characteristic of an optical mouse?
What is a defining characteristic of an optical mouse?
What is the primary benefit of source data automation?
What is the primary benefit of source data automation?
Which type of scanner is specifically designed for both flat and three-dimensional objects?
Which type of scanner is specifically designed for both flat and three-dimensional objects?
How is optical resolution of scanned images typically measured?
How is optical resolution of scanned images typically measured?
What technology is utilized in RFID to identify objects?
What technology is utilized in RFID to identify objects?
What does optical character recognition (OCR) enable a computer to do?
What does optical character recognition (OCR) enable a computer to do?
Which type of reader is specifically used for banking transactions?
Which type of reader is specifically used for banking transactions?
What feature helps biometric readers ensure only authorized individuals gain access?
What feature helps biometric readers ensure only authorized individuals gain access?
What is an essential characteristic of digital cameras compared to traditional cameras?
What is an essential characteristic of digital cameras compared to traditional cameras?
What is a common application of barcode readers?
What is a common application of barcode readers?
What is the primary appeal of digital still cameras?
What is the primary appeal of digital still cameras?
How is camera quality primarily measured in digital still cameras?
How is camera quality primarily measured in digital still cameras?
Which of the following formats is NOT commonly used for storing images in digital video cameras?
Which of the following formats is NOT commonly used for storing images in digital video cameras?
What technology is used for converting spoken words into digital form?
What technology is used for converting spoken words into digital form?
What type of applications commonly utilize surveillance video cameras?
What type of applications commonly utilize surveillance video cameras?
Which of the following is NOT a typical application of voice input systems?
Which of the following is NOT a typical application of voice input systems?
Which technology is utilized with voting ballots and Scantron test forms?
Which technology is utilized with voting ballots and Scantron test forms?
What is typically necessary alongside software for a voice input system to function?
What is typically necessary alongside software for a voice input system to function?
Study Notes
Input and Output Devices
- Keyboards: Essential input devices for data entry; types include wired, wireless, built-in, and on-screen keyboards. Typical features are alphanumeric keys, function keys, and a numeric keypad.
- Pointing Devices: Include mice, pens/styluses, and touch screens for selecting and manipulating on-screen objects.
- Mouse: Controls a pointer on-screen, can be mechanical, optical, or laser; may also be wireless.
- Stylus: A pen-like tool for drawing or writing on touch screens; can facilitate handwriting recognition, converting written input to text.
- Touch Screens: Allow user interaction via finger gestures; commonly found in mobile devices, kiosks, and laptops.
Scanners and Readers
- Scanners: Optical devices that capture images of documents and convert them into digital format. Types include flatbed, portable, and 3D scanners.
- Optical Character Recognition (OCR): Converts scanned text into editable text, recognizing various fonts.
- Barcode Readers: Devices that read machine-readable codes, widely used for UPC, ISBN, and QR codes for data representation.
- RFID Readers: Utilize radio-frequency technology for data capture from RFID tags, useful in asset tracking and inventory management.
- Biometric Readers: Recognize unique physical characteristics for security access, including fingerprints, face geometry, and voice recognition.
Digital Cameras
- Digital Cameras: Capture images digitally instead of using film, come in formats like still cameras and camcorders. Quality is often denoted in megapixels, with storage on flash memory.
- Applications: Include surveillance, video conferencing, and mobile photography, while PC cameras serve desktop purposes.
Audio Input and Output
- Audio Input: Involves voice and music data entry through microphones and headsets; useful in voice recognition and digital recording.
- Audio Output: Provides sound through speakers and headphones, essential for multimedia experiences.
Display Devices
- Display Devices: Present visual output; includes monitors for desktops and screens integrated into portable devices.
- Display Technologies: Varieties include CRT, LCD, LED, OLED, and plasma, each utilizing different methods for image rendering.
- Screen Resolution: Refers to the clarity of displayed images, influenced by the number of pixels.
Printers
- Printers: Devices that produce physical copies; categorized by printing technology (impact vs. nonimpact), color capabilities, and connection type (USB, Wi-Fi).
- Laser Printers: Use toner to produce high-quality documents efficiently; commonly used in businesses for speed and resolution.
- Ink-Jet Printers: Spray ink to create images, favored for home use but generally slower and with lower quality compared to laser printers.
- Special-Purpose Printers: Include photo printers, barcode printers, and portable printers, each tailored for specific output needs.
Key Characteristics
- Input Devices: Encompass keyboards, mice, scanners, and biometric input systems geared towards user interaction with computers.
- Output Devices: Include printers and display screens reflecting the processed data visually or audibly for user consumption.
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This quiz covers Chapter 4 of computer basics focusing on input and output devices. You'll learn about keyboards, pointing devices, scanners, digital cameras, and audio input. Test your understanding of the various tools that facilitate interaction with computers today.
