Mobile Computing Chapter 2 Revision Quiz

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What is the main difference between a pager and a cordless phone?

Pager only receives, can't transmit. Cordless phone allows simultaneous two-way communication.

What is the frequency measured in cycles per second?

Hertz.

What is the well-defined frequency band over which information is carried from sender to receiver called?

Channel.

When did Faraday demonstrate electromagnetic induction?

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What is the abbreviation for Wireless Interoperability for Microwave Access?

WiMAX. Signup and view all the answers

Define mobile computing.

Mobile computing is the operation of computers that can easily and quickly move from place to place. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concept involved in Mobile Computing?

Mobile communication, Mobile hardware, Mobile software Signup and view all the answers

What are some different names for Mobile Computing?

VHE (Virtual Home Environment), Anywhere, anytime information, Nomadic computing, Pervasive computing, Ubiquitous computing, Global service portability, Wearable computers, Context aware computing Signup and view all the answers

What are some categories of devices that support Mobile Computing?

Personal Digital Assistant (PDA), Smartphones, Tablet PC, iPad Signup and view all the answers

How is Mobile Computing different from Wireless Networking?

Mobile is a subgroup of wireless, Mobile enables access to resources from anywhere, Wireless provides access to a distributed network Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between wireless and mobile systems?

Wireless systems provide access to a distributed network, Mobile systems offer network resources to portable endpoints Signup and view all the answers